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Commercialization Manager

Fortune Brands Innovations, Deerfield, IL, United States


Overview Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens, with positive impacts for people and the planet. We are building something big, delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style, and we support an inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic selves.

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Position Job Title: Product Marketing/Commercialization Manager, Master Lock

Location: Hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield, IL. Effective mid-2025, a new world-class campus is planned in Deerfield to bring together associates from across the U.S. offices, brands, and functions.

What You Will Be Doing Packaging & Artwork Collaboration

Coordinate packaging artwork development for Master Lock products from early concept through final production approval.

Partner closely with Creative, Engineering, Regulatory, and external agency teams to ensure packaging is accurate, compliant, and aligned with Master Lock brand standards.

Support version control, revisions, and cross-functional reviews with strong attention to detail.

Help ensure packaging communicates product benefits clearly and thoughtfully for both professional and consumer audiences.

Commercialization & Launch Support

Support the execution of go-to-market plans for Master Lock new product launches across B2C and B2B channels.

Collaborate with Category and Brand teams to activate positioning through clear, benefit-led messaging.

Coordinate timelines and deliverables to help ensure smooth and timely product introductions.

Maintain visibility into project milestones and help keep teams aligned throughout the commercialization process.

Content & Creative Partnership

Translate technical product information into messaging that is accessible, engaging, and audience-focused.

Work collaboratively with internal creative teams and external agencies to develop sell sheets, digital content, product videos, and catalog materials that reflect the Master Lock brand voice.

Provide thoughtful input and feedback to ensure creative assets remain aligned to product intent and brand standards.

Help maintain consistency across packaging, digital platforms, and sales materials.

Process & Cross-Functional Alignment

Utilize structured project management tools to organize workflows and support transparency across teams.

Identify potential risks or gaps early and work collaboratively to resolve them.

Facilitate communication across stakeholders and help clarify next steps when priorities shift.

Contribute ideas that enhance process efficiency and shared understanding across the commercialization lifecycle.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field; or equivalent experience.

3+ years of experience in product marketing, commercialization, packaging coordination, or related roles.

Experience working closely with creative and design teams on packaging or marketing materials.

Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail.

Experience managing multiple timelines and collaborating across teams.

Comfort working with external creative agencies.

Ability to communicate clearly and build trust across cross-functional partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in both B2C and B2B marketing; omnichannel experience

Experience in consumer durables, hardware, home improvement, or related industries.

Familiarity with structured commercialization processes.

Experience with Adobe Workfront, Oracle systems, Jira, or similar platforms.

Additional Information Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $60,000 USD - $90,000 USD. Actual salaries may vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, and location. In addition to base salary, employees may participate in an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

We support the health and wellness of our associates with comprehensive benefits including health plans, a 401(k) program with company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer Employee Resource Groups to foster belonging.

Equal Employment Opportunity Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations Fortune Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com with your request and contact information.

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