This is a fixed hybrid role (M/F remote; Tues-Thurs onsite) at HQ in Maple Plain, MN. The Commercial Product Manager (CPM) for Injection Molding is a strategic leader responsible for translating ...
This is a fixed hybrid role (M/F remote; Tues-Thurs onsite) at HQ in Maple Plain, MN. The Commercial Product Manager (CPM) for Injection Molding is a strategic leader responsible for translating ...
Commercial Product Manager - Injection Molding
Maple Plain, MN · On-site +1
$87K - $117K/yr
This is a fixed hybrid role (M/F remote; Tues-Thurs onsite) at HQ in Maple Plain, MN. The Commercial Product Manager (CPM) for Injection Molding is a strategic leader responsible for translating ...
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Commercial Product Manager - Injection Molding
Maple Plain, MN · On-site +1
$87K - $117K/yr
This is a fixed hybrid role (M/F remote; Tues-Thurs onsite) at HQ in Maple Plain, MN. The Commercial Product Manager (CPM) for Injection Molding is a strategic leader responsible for translating ...
Junior Remote Injection Molding information
What is the difference between Junior Remote Injection Molding vs Junior Remote CNC Machinist?
| Aspect | Junior Remote Injection Molding | Junior Remote CNC Machinist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma or equivalent, basic technical training | High school diploma or equivalent, CNC operator certification |
| Work Environment | Remote coordination with manufacturing facilities, occasional onsite visits | Remote programming and setup, occasional onsite machine operation |
| Industry Usage | Plastic manufacturing, injection molding facilities | Metalworking, precision machining shops |
| Common Search/Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Junior Remote Injection Molding and Junior Remote CNC Machinist roles share similarities in requiring technical training and remote coordination. However, injection molding focuses on plastic part production, while CNC machinists work with metal components. Both roles involve remote communication with manufacturing teams, but their specific skills and industry applications differ.
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 5 days ago
Protolabs rating
9.1
Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
2nd of 84 rated plastic manufacturers
Job description
The Commercial Product Manager (CPM) for Injection Molding is a strategic leader responsible for translating product capabilities into scalable, repeatable go-to-market execution.
The CPM operates with a mid-term horizon, focused on creating reusable frameworks and GTM infrastructure that improve sales effectiveness, accelerate adoption, and ensure consistent customer value delivery across segments and regions.
The CPM executes go-to-market strategy and positioning in partnership with sales and marketing , where a regional marketing counterpart exists, Product Marketing, translating it into scalable, field-ready commercial systems. In markets without a dedicated regional marketing partner, the CPM leads positioning and go-to-market strategy directly.
Build Scalable Go-to-Market Strategy & Frameworks
- Partner with sales and marketing, where available, regional Product Marketing counterparts to develop service-line positioning and value propositions into segment- and vertical-specific execution plans, leading this work directly in markets without a dedicated marketing partner.
- Develop and maintain repeatable GTM plans including target vertical strategies, launch frameworks, and packaging and pricing guidance in coordination with the Pricing function.
- Ensure GTM strategies are designed for reuse and scalability across regions and teams.
Develop Commercial Playbooks for Consistent Execution
- Translate product capabilities and GTM strategy into sales-ready playbooks that standardize what we sell, for whom, and why we win.
- Create structured guidance for strategic customer segmentation, use cases, competitive differentiation, and deal qualification.
- Continuously refine playbooks based on performance data and field feedback.
Drive Sales Enablement Through Structured Training & Content
- Partner with Revenue Enablement to design and deliver robust training programs, including certification and onboarding architecture.
- Act as the subject matter expert who defines training content and structure for the service line in order to enable sales teams to be effective in positioning the service line with customers.
Translate Field Insights Into Commercial Strategy
- Synthesize insights from customers, customer insights team, sales teams, and market trends into playbook and enablement updates, routing messaging implications to regional marketing partners where they exist and owning that translation directly where they do not.
- Identify opportunities for new offerings or enhancements and route them into the appropriate product roadmaps.
- Act as the field-facing feedback loop that informs Product Marketing and Product Management's strategy.
Align Cross-Functional Teams Around Commercial Priorities
- Work closely with Product Marketing, Sales, and Pricing to ensure alignment on service-line strategy, priorities, and execution plans.
- Ensure sales execution stays aligned to roadmap direction and approved messaging, maintaining consistency directly in markets without a dedicated marketing partner.
Monitor Performance and Optimize Commercial Effectiveness
- Define and track KPIs related to sales adoption, conversion performance, and segment penetration.
- Use insights to continuously improve playbooks, GTM strategies, and training effectiveness, driving iterative improvement over time.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials Science or related field required)
- 3+ years of experience in product management, product marketing, or commercial product roles in a B2B manufacturing or technical environment
- Demonstrated ability to translate technical capabilities into commercial value propositions and market-facing solutions
- Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Operations to deliver product or go-to-market outcomes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize customer insights, market trends, and business data into actionable strategies
- Proven experience building or contributing to go-to-market plans, pricing strategies, or product launches Excellent communication skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders and align teams without direct authority
- MBA or advanced degree in Business or a related field (preferred but not required)
- Experience in injection molding, or industrial production environments
- Familiarity with value-based pricing, segmentation, and vertical market strategies
- Experience working in a matrixed, global organization
- We offer a competitive salary and total rewards package
- We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO + Wellness + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
- Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
- And More!
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Industry
Industrial machinery manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Maple Plain, MN, US
Year founded
1999