Associate Product Manager

Glen Raven is recruiting for an Associate Product Manager which is entry-level role designed to support product management, product development, and technical services activities while building a pipeline of future leaders for the organization. This position will own many of the administrative and coordination responsibilities currently supporting Product Management, R&D, and Technical Services, allowing senior team members to focus on strategy, innovation, commercialization, and customer engagement.

The role provides broad exposure to product development, testing, manufacturing, sourcing, and commercialization processes, creating a strong foundation for future growth within Product Management, R&D, Operations, Technical Services, or Commercial leadership roles.

Responsibilities:

Product Data & Lifecycle Management

• Support product launches, product revisions, and commercialization activities.

• Maintain product specifications, technical documentation, and system accuracy.

• Coordinate product setup and change management processes.

Product Development & Project Coordination

• Manage timelines, milestones, and action items for ongoing product development projects.

• Coordinate communication among Product Management, R&D, Operations, Quality, and Sourcing teams.

• Track project progress and identify risks, delays, or resource needs.

• Prepare project updates and status reports for leadership reviews.

Product Testing & Validation

• Coordinate wash fastness and product performance testing programs.

• Manage sample submissions, testing schedules, and testing records.

• Organize, communicate, and maintain test results and supporting documentation.

• Coordinate and manage testing activities with external laboratories.

• Compare / analyze data from trials / testing and be able to put into a summary.

• Setting up procedures for filing physical samples and documents.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Textiles, Engineering, Product Development, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field.

• 0-3 years of professional experience in manufacturing, product development, engineering, quality, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Success Measures

• Accuracy and timeliness of item and BOM creation.

• On-time execution of product development projects.

• Effective coordination of internal and external testing activities.

• High-quality product documentation and data management.

• Reduction of administrative workload for Product Management, R&D, and Technical Services teams.

• Demonstrated growth in technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities.

Why Glen Raven:

Working at Glen Raven allows you to be part of a hard-working team proud to weave connections worldwide with some of the most trusted brands in textiles like Sunbrella. Every day, we strive for and welcome diverse voices, solutions-driven ideas and innovative opportunities for continued growth throughout the company. We work toward a shared success while lifting each other up on the job and in our communities. Together, we keep the world spinning. Join our team. Connect people and drive innovation beyond the boundaries of Glen Raven. 

What you can expect from working at Glen Raven. 

• Benefits – Your total well-being is important. In addition to competitive health coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, vision, dental and plan choices, we also offer telehealth visits or on-site health clinics at many locations. We also have a comprehensive wellness program that includes wellness events, health education, and mental health resources. We offer competitive PTO and holiday schedules to allow for personal time.  

• Future Financial security – No matter where you are in your career, at some point, everyone winds down. We’ll help you make it happen when you’re ready to retire. We offer both a company funded pension and matching 401(k) – our investment in you and your complete future.  

• Perks – From on-site fitness centers or discounted gym memberships to catered associate events, many perks come with the job. We celebrate and reward you for hard work any chance we can.  

• Inclusion – We have teams of problem solvers with diverse voices. Every day, we get after it to innovate and find solutions for a better tomorrow – at home and around the world. 

• Fair pay – Direct compensation that is fair and competitive with the market. Your success is our success. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Glen Raven provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@glenraven.com or 336-227-6211.