Brand Project Manager - Addison Group : Job Details

Job Title: Project Brand Manager

Location (city, state): Gurnee, IL (Hybrid)

Industry: Consumer Goods / Manufacturing

Pay: $100,000–$110,000 base salary + annual bonus

Benefits: The position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About our client:

Addison Group is partnering with a growing consumer products organization known for developing trusted and innovative household brands. With a 60+ year legacy and a strong national presence, they're scaling their operations and expanding their project management team due to increased volume and business growth. The company fosters a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment where scrappy, high-performing professionals thrive.

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Brand Manager to lead a variety of cross-functional projects from concept through completion. This person will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects related to new product development, infrastructure improvements, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, adaptable, and confident managing high-level deliverables in a fast-paced, high-growth setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive multiple concurrent initiatives including EPA/FDA projects, infrastructure upgrades, and new product development
• Create and manage detailed project plans outlining timelines, resourcing, risks, and communication strategies
• Act as a liaison between cross-functional teams and external partners, ensuring alignment and momentum
• Lead meetings, facilitate decisions, and proactively resolve risks and roadblocks
• Support product transitions to manufacturing and ensure seamless handoff to internal teams
• Present project progress, challenges, and updates to senior leadership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field
• 5–8 years of project management experience in consumer goods, retail, manufacturing, or lifestyle brand settings
• Skilled in managing multiple, high-priority projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in project management software (Monday.com preferred) and Microsoft Office
• Confident communicator who is comfortable presenting to executive leadership
• Adaptable, resourceful, and solution-oriented
• MBA and/or PMP certification preferred

Additional Details:

• Schedule: ~40 hours/week; hybrid work schedule with flexible Fridays
• Reports to: Chief Innovation Officer
• Team: Collaborative project team consisting of 5 Project Managers
• Interview Process:
• 30-minute virtual interview with the CIO
• 2-hour panel interview with cross-functional leaders
• Candidates with a stable job history are strongly preferred

Perks:

• Annual bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision & pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Summer hours
• Fitness reimbursement
• Product discounts
• Access to LinkedIn Learning