Chemical Product Manager

The Opportunity

We are a fast-paced B2B chemical eCommerce distributor looking for a hands-on Chemical Product Manager to serve as the connective tissue of our this role you are the Everything Product lead.

This isnt a lab role; its an operational powerhouse role. You will bridge the gap between technical chemical data and commercial execution. We need someone with a strong technical foundation in chemistry (Chemists are encouraged to apply!) who wants to apply that expertise to supply chain strategy regulatory compliance and digital excellence.

In this role youll work closely with the CEO and Chemist to continuously build out our product road map and work cross functionally to successfully launch new products.

Responsibilities: What Youll Do

Your success will be measured by the agility and health of our product portfolio ensuring every SKU is optimized for performance and seamlessly integrated into our global operations.

Product & Supplier Lifecycle Management

• Lead product launches and integration: Orchestrate high-impact product introductions by synchronizing workflows across Operations Marketing IT and Customer Relations to ensure every launch is flawless and every department is aligned.

• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with the CEO and Chemist to translate product vision into actionable plans and collaborate effectively with Operations Customer Relations Finance Marketing and IT to ensure successful product initiatives.
• Standardize the Launch Process: Engineer and enforce a standardized process for adding new chemicals to our digital storefront conducting meticulous quality audits to ensure technical accuracy and brand consistency.

Product Information Management

• Centralize Product Intelligence: Act as the single source of truth for all product data. You will oversee the integrity of our eCommerce product pages manage all related documentation and ensure accuracy in physical packaging labels including the generation of final label PDFs.
• Champion customer satisfaction: Serve as the vital link between Customer Relations Quality and Supply Chain. You will advocate for the customer by translating feedback into vendor-side improvements coordinating with the Quality team to resolve root-cause issues and ensuring internal stakeholders are fully briefed on resolution paths.
• Regulatory Documentation Guidance: Guide the Supply Chain and Purchasing teams by clearly defining the documentation requirements (e.g. certifications country-of-origin details) for all types of products especially those sourced internationally and domestically ensuring compliance before new product purchase.

Qualifications & Expertise: What Youll Bring

Were looking for individuals who are not only skilled but also eager to grow with us.

• Must-Haves:
• 3 years of progressive experience in Product Management Product Development or a related role within a company managing a significant SKU count (ideally 500 SKUs).
• Chemical Background - either a degree in Chemistry or related field or prior deep experience in chemicals.
• B2B Mindset: Understanding of the industrial/commercial buying cycle and the technical requirements business customers expect.
• Data Integrity: A zero-error mindset. When dealing with chemicals and B2B shipping the technical data on our website and labels must be 100% accurate.
• Workflow Orchestrator: Proven ability to move a project through multiple departments (Operations IT Marketing) to get a product shelf-ready online.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the full product lifecycle from ideation and sourcing to launch and post-launch optimization.
• Exceptional project management skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities deadlines and stakeholders effectively.
• Analytical prowess: Proficient in leveraging product data sales results and market insights to drive strategic decisions and inform demand planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to clearly articulate complex information influence stakeholders and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous in tracking supplies managing product data and ensuring accuracy across all product information.
• Problem-solving aptitude: Capable of identifying issues and advocating for effective solutions.
• Strong technical skills including inventory management platform experience and Excel or Google Sheets
• Nice-to-Haves:
• Degree in supply chain management business administration or similar fields
• Experience with product data management and documentation (e.g. technical data sheets certifications compliance).

About Lab Alley

Lab Alley is making waves! Were proud to be recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of Americas fastest-growing private companies and as one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies in Austin TX. Our mission is simple: to provide easy access to essential chemicals on-budget on-time every time. Were building the Amazon for Chemicals and were committed to doing it right.

Our workplace culture:

Our core values are an integral part of our success defining who we are.

We bring our core values to life in everything we do at Lab Alley. Therefore every hire is aligned with our core values:

CARE:

We care about people and take pride in our work.

COMMITMENT:

We believe success is characterized by our commitment to continuous improvement.

GENUINE:

We believe in being real authentic and direct with those around us.

GROWTH:

Lab Alley encourages continual learning and leads with curiosity.

INITIATIVE:

To be successful we always strive to make things happen!

INNOVATION:

Lab Alley is driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation constantly seeking new ideas technologies and approaches to enhance the experiences of our customers.

WORK ETHIC:

We believe a strong work ethic is about being fully engaged resilient and focused on tasks to ensure each project receives attention and consideration.

Beyond our work we believe in giving back. With every purchase made through our e-commerce website we partner with Ecodrive to plant a tree contributing to a healthier planet and improved socio-economic conditions.

Benefits & Logistics

We invest in our teams well-being and growth:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Short Term Disability Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Supplemental Health Insurance Wellness Program Employee Discount Program Employee Assistance Program
• Financial & Time Off: 401k Paid Time Off.
• Growth Opportunities: Organized team events professional development and clear career growth paths.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week occasional overtime) with a typical schedule of Monday-Friday 8 AM - 5 PM. This role reports to the Sr Operations Manager.

Note: Lab Alley uses E-Verify for all positions and conducts background checks.

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they dont meet every single qualification. At Lab Alley we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles and we are excited about hearing from you. Lab Alley is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note: Lab Alley is not accepting unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies for this the absence of a signed agreement with Lab Alleys People Operations leader no fee will be paid for any candidates submitted by agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Lab Alley. Agencies should not reach out to our team members. To see if we are establishing new relationships with agencies you may send your information to

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