Associate Product Manager

Ecolab is looking for an associate product manager to be part of a dynamic team that's at the forefront of technological innovation. We're leveraging cutting-edge AI to create novel solutions that optimize operations for our clients, particularly within the restaurant industry. Our work is transforming how restaurants operate, making them more efficient and sustainable.

What's in it For You:

• As a key player in our new division, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape its culture and direction.
• Impact the success of our innovative projects and help define the future of our product offerings
• Experience the best of both worlds with this team at Ecolab: the agility and creativity of a startup paired with the stability and resources of a global leader.
• Our collaborative environment fosters innovation while providing the support and security you need to thrive

What You Will Do:

• Your role will be assisting the Product Manager to clearly define "What?" customer problems need to be solved. And justify "Why?" are these the right problems to solve. You will help validate if it is the right time to solve these problems in order to drive the biggest business impact, and work with your development team to deliver solutions to these problems.
• Support the development of the product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with customer needs and feedback
• Collaborate with development partners and cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, sales, and customer support to develop and deliver high-quality products
• Collaborate with the UX team to systematically priorities product questions and decisions that need user input
• Work with the Product Manager to develop and prioritize the product roadmap, ensuring timely delivery of features
• Manage the product backlog, ensuring clear communication of requirements and priorities to the development team while participating in daily agile ceremonies
• Prepare the materials with the Product Manager to communicate product plans, progress, and results to stakeholders and management
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating product performance, leveraging insights to drive continuous improvement
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor products to ensure our offerings remain competitive

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience as an Associate Product Manager or similar roles
• Strong understanding of product management principles, including roadmap development, requirements gathering, and stakeholder management
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to use data and data analytics tools to drive decisions and measure product success
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as ADO and Jira
• No immigration sponsorship available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with B2B ideal
• Familiarity with UX processes ideal
• Strong communication interpersonal skills and project management skills - the ability to collaborate and deliver effectively with diverse teams
• Ability to think strategically while working with an Associate PM for day-to-day product details
• Previous experience with early-stage product development
• Desire to be in a fast-moving, agile environment with ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Openness to experimental approaches typical of tech start-ups
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $114,900.00 - $172,300.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

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