Associate Product Manager

Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..

We are seeking an Associate Product Manager (based in Elgin, IL; Hybrid) to support the day-to-day operations of the product management team. This role will assist in managing product development processes, coordinating cross-functional activities, and ensuring timely execution of product initiatives.

HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Achieve product and engineering compliance by developing and executing compliance programs and completing documentation.
  
• Product Lifecycle Support
  • Assist in managing product documentation, specifications, and updates.
    
  • Coordinate product launches, including timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
    
  • Support product change management and version control processes.
    

• Cross-Functional Coordination
  
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, sales, and operations to ensure alignment on product goals and timelines.
  
• Facilitate meetings, track action items, and follow up on deliverables.
  
• Serve as a point of contact for internal teams regarding product-related inquiries.
  

• Product Launches
  

• Plan and execute product launches in collaboration with product management, sales, distribution, and marketing teams.
  
• Prepare stocking packages for distribution teams, and coordinate release schedules and planning.
  
• Organize and maintain in-region product launch schedules.
  

• Sales Support
  

• Collaborate with sales teams to support resolutions of opportunities or requirements outside standard support processes.
  
• Work with global product teams to progress projects needed to win key sales opportunities.
  

• Customer & Market Engagement
  

• Support customer feedback collection and organization.
  
• Assist in preparing product training materials and presentations for internal and external audiences.
  
• Help monitor competitor products and industry trends to inform product positioning.
  
• Staff trade shows and customer training and visits.
  

• Operational Support
  

• • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and documentation for leadership reviews.
    
  • Coordinate sample requests, product demos, and trade show materials as needed.
    
• Other duties as assigned.
  
• Travel up to 20-25%
  
  
  
  

Skills and experience to thrive in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.
  
• 1–3 years of experience in product support, marketing coordination, or project coordination.
  
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  
  
  
  

HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

• HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
  
• Competitive base salary: $60,000 - $72,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
  
• This role is eligible for a 10% discretionary annual bonus.
  

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
  
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
  
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.
  
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
  
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!