Dart Container
Senior Product Manager – Consumer Products Growth
Dart Container, Lansing, Michigan, United States
Product Manager – Consumer Products
The Product Manager – Consumer Products manages specific product lines within the Consumer Products Business Team, driving business and product strategy, execution, and results to maximize long‑term profitability. The incumbent delivers P&L results and is responsible for the health of an assigned product portfolio for the U.S. Consumer Products (CP) Business.
Sr Product Manager The Senior Product Manager strategically leads and grows a product portfolio within the Consumer Products channels by driving innovation, optimizing product lifecycle management, and delivering strong financial performance. Through cross‑functional collaboration, customer and market insights, and data‑driven decision‑making, this role champions long‑term profitability, manufacturing excellence, and brand impact – ensuring every product delivers value to both the business and the customer.
Day‑to‑Day Role – Product Manager
Proactively manage a portfolio of products and plan and drive growth through revenue and profit building blocks.
Assist leadership in developing and implementing multi‑year and annual strategies for the assigned product lines through close collaboration with other functions.
Collaborate with leadership and Commercial Finance to create annual financial goals and budgets including revenue, gross margin, COGS, price and portfolio mix aligned to strategic priorities.
Support leadership in developing and implementing pricing strategy for the assigned product lines and recommend/participate in pricing decisions.
Assist and potentially lead (assuming project Sponsor role) cross‑functional efforts to discover and execute cost‑reduction initiatives that do not negatively impact the customer/consumer experience.
Lead all aspects of product life‑cycle management for assigned products including product portfolio strategy, product management, pricing guidelines, product development, product enhancements, and SKU optimization.
Identify and champion and commercialize, through collaboration with other functions, new product development and innovation projects. Assume Sponsor role when needed.
Develop deep understanding of customers and markets and use insights to develop and drive successful implementation of strategies.
Collaborate with the PLM/Director/VP and Sales to drive relationships with key customers and provide direction on product line focus areas to maximize sales and profitability.
Collaborate with Marketing and Sales on product‑line marketing including brand strategy, brand standards, channel marketing messaging, and brand activation.
Collaborate closely with Sales and Supply Chain Management on demand planning and forecasting to achieve desired financial and customer outcomes.
Assist Business Team leadership in building a robust business case to support innovation and capacity expansion efforts.
Collaborate with other business units where needed to ensure the best overall outcome for the business.
Continually challenge team to make logical, data‑driven decisions incorporating company policies, procedures and philosophies.
Model and promote a culture of accountability within the Business team and throughout the organization.
Day‑to‑Day Role – Sr Product Manager
Work cross‑functionally to develop and execute annual and multi‑year product strategies across assigned product portfolio, resulting in year‑over‑year margin‑enhancing revenue growth and cost improvements.
Assume P&L ownership for assigned product lines and proactively monitor revenue, cost and profitability metrics to identify opportunities and address risks early.
Collaborate with leadership and Finance to develop and deliver annual financial goals that drive sustainable business growth.
Develop and execute pricing strategy and participate in key customer‑specific pricing decisions that lead to profitable and expanded market share growth.
Align COGS and portfolio mix to strategic priorities, contributing to a reduction in operating costs while maintaining customer experience.
Lead all aspects of product life‑cycle management for assigned products, including product portfolio strategy, product management, pricing guidelines, product development, product enhancements, SKU optimization and obsolescence.
Develop, prioritize and maintain a robust new product pipeline to ensure future success and continued ability to meet evolving customer needs.
Build robust business cases to support efforts, then champion and commercialize new products with cross‑functional collaboration, assuming Sponsor role to deliver predicted business benefits on time and within budget.
Develop deep understanding of customers, competitors and markets and use insights to drive profitable growth.
Develop deep understanding of manufacturing processes and specific manufacturing locations applicable to assigned product lines.
Proactively monitor and manage service levels for assigned product lines, addressing issues to minimize customer impact.
Partner with Sales to build and drive relationships with large customers and provide direction on product line focus areas to maximize sales and profitability.
Ensure product quality meets or exceeds customer expectations through proactive monitoring and root‑cause improvements.
Collaborate with Marketing and Sales on brand strategy and channel marketing messaging.
Collaborate closely with Sales and Supply Chain Management on demand planning and forecasting to achieve desired financial and customer outcomes.
Core Skills and Qualifications – Product Manager
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field of study.
Two (2) years of experience in a general business role supporting decision making in marketing or product management, or experience meeting performance expectations consistently in an Associate Product Manager position.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to blend creative problem‑solving with data‑driven, analytical, and financial skills (e.g., NPV, financial statements, DCF).
Proven ability to drive change, influence all levels, streamline processes, and integrate information from multiple sources.
Ability to recognize and solve challenges and implement solutions.
Sense of urgency and focus on providing reliable customer service.
Organizational skills to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
Solid knowledge of and experience working with financial concepts such as ROI and net present value.
Ability to adapt and manage tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to be assertive, show initiative, demonstrate personal accountability, and take ownership of work.
Ability to tactfully resolve problems and provide feedback.
Ability to think strategically and for the long term.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets.
Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive issues.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications – Product Manager
SAP experience.
Experience in the foodservice packaging or consumer packaged goods industries.
Core Skills and Qualifications – Sr Product Manager
Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business, engineering, packaging, or related field of study.
Five (5) years of experience in product management or a closely related role, or experience meeting performance expectations consistently in a Dart Product Manager position.
Demonstrated experience managing product lines and delivering results by proactively driving year‑over‑year, top and bottom‑line growth.
Experience applying a strategic mindset to P&L ownership, product roadmap development, innovation, portfolio optimization, and all aspects of product lifecycle management.
Experience as a successful champion of customer satisfaction through aligning product development, pricing, and portfolio decisions with market needs.
Ability to maintain a strong focus on delivering value through reliable service, quality standards, and responsiveness to evolving customer expectations.
Strong strategic and critical thinking ability with data‑driven analysis skills.
Proven ability to achieve results by fostering strong cross‑functional collaboration and creating a motivational environment that encourages ownership.
Ability to build trust and alignment across internal teams and external partners.
Ability to operate with a strong sense of urgency and focus on providing reliable customer service.
Skilled in interpreting financial models and analysis (NPV, ROI, DCF), budgets, and financial statements.
Effective project and task management in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Ability to communicate complex product strategies and financial insights with clarity and confidence.
Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive issues.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications – Sr Product Manager
SAP experience.
Experience in the foodservice packaging industry.
Company Overview Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to‑go containers and dinnerware to tamper‑evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family‑owned, family‑focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Benefits Dart Container full‑time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short‑term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.
Dart Container is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC marijuana cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, call Dart at (800) 545‑3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.
If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545‑3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.
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Sr Product Manager The Senior Product Manager strategically leads and grows a product portfolio within the Consumer Products channels by driving innovation, optimizing product lifecycle management, and delivering strong financial performance. Through cross‑functional collaboration, customer and market insights, and data‑driven decision‑making, this role champions long‑term profitability, manufacturing excellence, and brand impact – ensuring every product delivers value to both the business and the customer.
Day‑to‑Day Role – Product Manager
Proactively manage a portfolio of products and plan and drive growth through revenue and profit building blocks.
Assist leadership in developing and implementing multi‑year and annual strategies for the assigned product lines through close collaboration with other functions.
Collaborate with leadership and Commercial Finance to create annual financial goals and budgets including revenue, gross margin, COGS, price and portfolio mix aligned to strategic priorities.
Support leadership in developing and implementing pricing strategy for the assigned product lines and recommend/participate in pricing decisions.
Assist and potentially lead (assuming project Sponsor role) cross‑functional efforts to discover and execute cost‑reduction initiatives that do not negatively impact the customer/consumer experience.
Lead all aspects of product life‑cycle management for assigned products including product portfolio strategy, product management, pricing guidelines, product development, product enhancements, and SKU optimization.
Identify and champion and commercialize, through collaboration with other functions, new product development and innovation projects. Assume Sponsor role when needed.
Develop deep understanding of customers and markets and use insights to develop and drive successful implementation of strategies.
Collaborate with the PLM/Director/VP and Sales to drive relationships with key customers and provide direction on product line focus areas to maximize sales and profitability.
Collaborate with Marketing and Sales on product‑line marketing including brand strategy, brand standards, channel marketing messaging, and brand activation.
Collaborate closely with Sales and Supply Chain Management on demand planning and forecasting to achieve desired financial and customer outcomes.
Assist Business Team leadership in building a robust business case to support innovation and capacity expansion efforts.
Collaborate with other business units where needed to ensure the best overall outcome for the business.
Continually challenge team to make logical, data‑driven decisions incorporating company policies, procedures and philosophies.
Model and promote a culture of accountability within the Business team and throughout the organization.
Day‑to‑Day Role – Sr Product Manager
Work cross‑functionally to develop and execute annual and multi‑year product strategies across assigned product portfolio, resulting in year‑over‑year margin‑enhancing revenue growth and cost improvements.
Assume P&L ownership for assigned product lines and proactively monitor revenue, cost and profitability metrics to identify opportunities and address risks early.
Collaborate with leadership and Finance to develop and deliver annual financial goals that drive sustainable business growth.
Develop and execute pricing strategy and participate in key customer‑specific pricing decisions that lead to profitable and expanded market share growth.
Align COGS and portfolio mix to strategic priorities, contributing to a reduction in operating costs while maintaining customer experience.
Lead all aspects of product life‑cycle management for assigned products, including product portfolio strategy, product management, pricing guidelines, product development, product enhancements, SKU optimization and obsolescence.
Develop, prioritize and maintain a robust new product pipeline to ensure future success and continued ability to meet evolving customer needs.
Build robust business cases to support efforts, then champion and commercialize new products with cross‑functional collaboration, assuming Sponsor role to deliver predicted business benefits on time and within budget.
Develop deep understanding of customers, competitors and markets and use insights to drive profitable growth.
Develop deep understanding of manufacturing processes and specific manufacturing locations applicable to assigned product lines.
Proactively monitor and manage service levels for assigned product lines, addressing issues to minimize customer impact.
Partner with Sales to build and drive relationships with large customers and provide direction on product line focus areas to maximize sales and profitability.
Ensure product quality meets or exceeds customer expectations through proactive monitoring and root‑cause improvements.
Collaborate with Marketing and Sales on brand strategy and channel marketing messaging.
Collaborate closely with Sales and Supply Chain Management on demand planning and forecasting to achieve desired financial and customer outcomes.
Core Skills and Qualifications – Product Manager
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field of study.
Two (2) years of experience in a general business role supporting decision making in marketing or product management, or experience meeting performance expectations consistently in an Associate Product Manager position.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to blend creative problem‑solving with data‑driven, analytical, and financial skills (e.g., NPV, financial statements, DCF).
Proven ability to drive change, influence all levels, streamline processes, and integrate information from multiple sources.
Ability to recognize and solve challenges and implement solutions.
Sense of urgency and focus on providing reliable customer service.
Organizational skills to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
Solid knowledge of and experience working with financial concepts such as ROI and net present value.
Ability to adapt and manage tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to be assertive, show initiative, demonstrate personal accountability, and take ownership of work.
Ability to tactfully resolve problems and provide feedback.
Ability to think strategically and for the long term.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets.
Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive issues.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications – Product Manager
SAP experience.
Experience in the foodservice packaging or consumer packaged goods industries.
Core Skills and Qualifications – Sr Product Manager
Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business, engineering, packaging, or related field of study.
Five (5) years of experience in product management or a closely related role, or experience meeting performance expectations consistently in a Dart Product Manager position.
Demonstrated experience managing product lines and delivering results by proactively driving year‑over‑year, top and bottom‑line growth.
Experience applying a strategic mindset to P&L ownership, product roadmap development, innovation, portfolio optimization, and all aspects of product lifecycle management.
Experience as a successful champion of customer satisfaction through aligning product development, pricing, and portfolio decisions with market needs.
Ability to maintain a strong focus on delivering value through reliable service, quality standards, and responsiveness to evolving customer expectations.
Strong strategic and critical thinking ability with data‑driven analysis skills.
Proven ability to achieve results by fostering strong cross‑functional collaboration and creating a motivational environment that encourages ownership.
Ability to build trust and alignment across internal teams and external partners.
Ability to operate with a strong sense of urgency and focus on providing reliable customer service.
Skilled in interpreting financial models and analysis (NPV, ROI, DCF), budgets, and financial statements.
Effective project and task management in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Ability to communicate complex product strategies and financial insights with clarity and confidence.
Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive issues.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications – Sr Product Manager
SAP experience.
Experience in the foodservice packaging industry.
Company Overview Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to‑go containers and dinnerware to tamper‑evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family‑owned, family‑focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Benefits Dart Container full‑time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short‑term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.
Dart Container is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC marijuana cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, call Dart at (800) 545‑3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.
If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545‑3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.
Job Segment PLM, Channel Marketing, Marketing Manager, ERP, Management, Marketing, Technology
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