Also called: Pet Industry Product Manager
Leads the strategy and launch of pet products, from toys to food to smart collars.
Studies what pet owners want, works with designers on a new chew toy, plans the marketing campaign, and tracks sales at big retailers. The pet industry keeps growing even in downturns.
Estimate based on BLS marketing managers.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in marketing or business; MBA common for senior roles.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Marketing, Business Administration.
Growing faster than average. Strong industry growth.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI drafts ads, product copy and sales reports, trimming junior marketing roles; product strategy and retailer deals stay human.
Classes: Business, Marketing, Statistics, Digital media.
Official data: O*NET occupation 11-2021.
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