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Brand ManagerThe Hiring Method, LLC • Chicago, IL, US
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Brand Manager

Brand Manager

The Hiring Method, LLC • Chicago, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

This hybrid leadership role offers the opportunity to own and grow established brands within a leading U.S. manufacturer of engineered fasteners and molded plastic components serving the construction, woodworking, and industrial markets. With a competitive salary ($110K–$125K) and comprehensive benefits, you’ll step into a high-impact position that blends strategy, creativity, and leadership. Supported by a company with more than a century of manufacturing excellence and the financial strength of a global parent, this role offers flexibility to work remotely two days per week, immediate leadership responsibility, and exposure to senior management and cross-functional teams across Sales, Product Development, and Operations.

About the Role

We are seeking a Brand Manager to lead marketing strategy and execution for a portfolio of fastener brands recognized for their precision, performance, and reliability. In this role, you will :

  • Develop and execute brand plans that strengthen market positioning and drive growth across construction, industrial, and retail channels
  • Lead multi-channel campaigns and guide creative direction for packaging, advertising, digital content, and promotional materials
  • Partner closely with Sales leadership to support go-to-market strategies and customer programs for distributors and end users
  • Monitor market trends, customer insights, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation
  • Set and track KPIs, analyze campaign performance, and present insights to senior leadership for strategic decision-making
  • Supervise and mentor an Assistant Brand Manager, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth

Why Join Us

  • Challenge : Lead marketing for a respected portfolio of industrial and construction brands while building new processes to drive visibility, product innovation, and sales growth.
  • Flexibility : Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite in Chicago, 2 remote) that balances collaboration with autonomy and provides direct access to leadership and key decision-makers.
  • Advancement : Manage an Assistant Brand Manager from day one, with long-term opportunities to grow into multi-brand or divisional leadership roles within a global manufacturing group.
  • Compensation : Competitive salary ($110,000–$125,000) with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, and discretionary employer contribution.
  • Culture : Entrepreneurial, collaborative environment that blends hands-on leadership with strong corporate backing, where innovation and accountability are valued.
  • Security : Backed by more than 100 years of manufacturing and brand-building success, serving a wide range of industries and customers through trusted, market-leading products.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)
  • 5–7 years of brand management or marketing experience, ideally in B2B or industrial manufacturing
  • Proven success in developing and executing marketing strategies that deliver measurable growth
  • Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
  • Experience with creative direction and digital marketing (social, email, paid media, SEO)
  • Proficiency with marketing automation and project tools (HubSpot, Pardot, Asana, or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to travel for customer meetings, tradeshows, and site visits

    • Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary : $110,000–$125,000
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage
  • Access to Health Advocate for benefits navigation
  • FSA and Dependent Care accounts
  • Wellness resources (Telehealth, Mental Health, Family Planning)
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match and discretionary employer contribution
  • Financial and retirement advising
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