We’re partnering with a leading company to find a talented Senior Product Manager to support a highly innovative workspace solutions manufacturer. The position is based on-site in Waukegan, IL, offering a temporary to permanent opportunity with a duration of 10-26 weeks. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a creative edge who can drive new product development and growth initiatives.

The application deadline for this role is Feb 25, 2026.

Senior Product Manager Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of long-term product innovation strategies aligned with company growth goals.
• Identify market opportunities through consumer insights, competitive analysis, and market research to inform product roadmap decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather product requirements, prioritize features, and oversee the product lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Drive the integration of creative thinking into the product development process to ensure innovative, functional, and marketable outcomes.
• Manage and coordinate internal and external design teams, working closely with suppliers to deliver new products that meet quality and compliance standards.

Senior Product Manager Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in product management, marketing, or related fields within consumer B2B or B2C markets.
• Strong background in new product development processes, with the ability to develop strategic roadmaps and manage multiple projects.
• Proven skills in market research, consumer insights, and data analysis to support product innovation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas effectively to management and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with ERP and CRM systems preferred.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.
  Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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