Product Innovation Manager Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

• Effectively and regularly communicate with customers, sellers, technical service, research and development, and others to understand customer needs and product requirements (voice of the customer).
• Perform market research, competitive analysis and business data reporting (unit volumes, revenues, margin) to understand business trends and make informed decisions for current and future product direction.
• Define and communicate product strategy, roadmaps, and value propositions aligned with customer needs, business priorities, and brand objectives across key segments and channels in a highly fragmented market.
• Lead cross‑functional collaboration through all stages of product innovation and lifecycle management to deliver differentiated solutions that meet time‑to‑market, financial, regulatory, and performance expectations.
• Own portfolio, pricing, and assortment strategy, including omnichannel and eCommerce considerations, to drive profitable growth and optimize distribution, promotion, and merchandising effectiveness.
• Partner with Marketing Communications and Sales to develop and execute go‑to‑market plans, messaging, sales tools, training, and digital content (including web and PDPs) that clearly articulate product value.
• Drive data‑driven business and financial management, translating insights into actionable recommendations and leading initiatives that positively impact revenue, margin, and overall P&L performance.
• Collaborate broadly across Sales, Operations, R&D, Regulatory, Finance, IT, and other functions to ensure alignment, strong execution, and sustained business results.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Assistant and Associate Product Managers, supporting onboarding, capability building, and a high‑performance team culture.
• Apply and model ITW’s business model in all aspects of product management and decision‑making to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• 7–10 years of progressive brand and/or product marketing or product management experience in a manufacturing or other technically complex B2B or B2C environment, with demonstrated ability to understand, position, and commercialize products used in professional or industrial applications.
• Proven experience owning product strategy and driving business growth, including new & derivative product innovation, launches, portfolio management, and pricing strategy.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate customer and market insights into clear, actionable product and business decisions; experienced in leveraging POS and shipment data tools such as Circana, NPD, or comparable platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross‑functional and highly matrixed teams.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results through strong project management skills and informal leadership; prior people‑management or mentoring experience preferred.
• Experience with value‑based selling, application of the 80/20 business principle, and customer‑back innovation processes, including leading and training voice‑of‑the‑customer activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience using ERP and CRM systems.

Other Competencies:

• Strong financial and analytical acumen, with the ability to drive product and portfolio performance toward bottom-line results.
• Entrepreneurial, opportunity‑oriented mindset with the ability to focus teams on the highest‑impact initiatives.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and business problem‑solving capability.
• Highly collaborative, with a proven ability to influence and work effectively across diverse, cross‑functional teams.
• Ownership mentality with a track record of driving alignment, accountability, and positive change.
• Enterprise‑first perspective, balancing individual product priorities with broader organizational objectives.
• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to synthesize complex inputs and translate them into clear strategic direction.
• Adaptable and effective in dynamic environments, with strong prioritization and time‑management capability.

Work Environment:

• Able and willing to travel as necessary, domestically and/or internationally.
• Able to maintain a valid U.S. Passport, if traveling internationally.
• Able to work in an environment where there may be exposure to heat, cold, or controlled chemicals.
• Responsible for workspace and any assigned company property, equipment, or materials.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At ITW, you’ll experience the best of both worlds: the autonomy of an entrepreneur with the resources of a Fortune 200 company. Our decentralized culture means your ideas matter, your ownership is real, and your impact is visible.