Associate Product Manager I - Dayspring

WHO WE ARE

At DaySpring, we create innovative products and services that make a difference in people's lives. Our vision is to see every person experience and express the life-changing message of God's love. Join the DaySpring team and join a mission-driven community dedicated to improving people's lives worldwide.

As an Associate Product Manager I, you will report to the Senior Product Manager. The Product team is essential in driving DaySpring's growth by expanding our reach and impact through innovative solutions.

WHAT YOUR ROLE ENTAILS AND HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

As an Associate Product Manager (APM I), you will lead and implement counter-card programs across designated channels and product lines, working under the guidance of the Product Manager. Your role will focus on executing internal strategies while staying attuned to customer insights and needs. You will apply consumer research to enhance product development and optimize retail execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic planning, development, and execution of greeting card programs for designated product lines.
• Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and post-launch optimization.
• Utilize consumer insights and market trends to inform product strategies, enhancing our competitive edge and driving growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, design, supply chain, marketing, and sales teams to ensure alignment and successful product delivery.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and drive strategic product decisions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

The following is required to be considered for this role:

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of professional work experience
• 12 months of Product Marketing or Project Management experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

You will stand out if you have these:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Outlook
• Ability to research and analyze products, markets, and consumers. Understands influences that impact consumer behavior and decision-making.
• Ability to manage time efficiently across multiple projects.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Utilizes insights from qualitative and quantitative research to inform and execute strategies effectively.
• Makes decisions aligned with the financial goals set for the brand or product
• Solid understanding of basic financial concepts and their relevance to achieving business objectives
• Aligns short-term daily tasks to long-term strategies. Can assist in defining program requirements.
• Positive outlook. The mindset to Excellent Works to execute programs on time.
• Collaborative spirit with the enthusiasm to actively participate in and lead team discussions, as well as contribute to product planning meetings
• Passionate about DaySpring Mission.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• A hybrid work schedule is available, allowing employees to split their time between the office and remote work.

Now's your chance to embrace a future with DaySpring-just follow the instructions below to apply.

You must show how you meet the basic qualifications in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. Accepted file types are DOCX and PDF.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc., and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment.

Employment by DaySpring is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

DaySpring is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Principals only please.

DAYSPRING - We want to see every person experience and express the life-changing message of God's love.

DaySpring, a subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, is a leading marketer and distributor of Christian products and gifts. At DaySpring, we create innovative products and services that make a difference in people's lives. We create quality products with a relevant life-giving message of Christ's eternal truth. Ultimately, we want to see every person experience and express the life-changing message of God's love. We surround ourselves with the people and things that inspire us to do our best work each and every day, in a collaborative work environment that cultivates excellence in all we do.

Our culture proactively looks for ways to encourage and support our employees' expressions of faith. We're seeking out those who can bring a fresh perspective to our business and would love your input as someone new to our team! We can only change and grow when we intentionally include new perspectives-like yours.

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