Group Product Manager - Walking Aids & Bath Safety Medline IndustriesGroup Product Manager - Walking Aids & Bath SafetyNorthfield, IL$134,000–$201,000 / yearFull timeThe Group Manager of Product Management will oversee and manage Product Teams (may have multiple reports including Product Manager and Senior Product Manager levels) for the sourcing, marketing, product development, sales support and financial growth of multiple product categories. This person will assist with long-term business and marketing strategy, and provide subject matter expertise for complex, generally more established product lines, largest divisional product lines, or multiple product categories.
NewProduction Manager The Boyd GroupProduction ManagerBarrington, IL$70,000–$80,000 / yearThe Production Manager plays a pivotal role in the success of the customer’s experience by ensuring the quality in the repair facility is maintained and delivery target dates are achieved while working in alignment with all team members in achieving the repair facilities KPIs. Job Description: Production Manager’s primary responsibility and accountability includes providing an exceptional and successful customer experience while leading and managing the workflow through effective utilization of the workforce.
Sr. Sales Manager Ecommerce - Amazon Medline IndustriesSr. Sales Manager Ecommerce - AmazonNorthfield, IL$92,000–$138,000 / yearFull timeFrom daily business management, cross-functional internal and external engagement in support of your business, active customer management and negotiation, you will own the customer relationship for Medline and Amazon, along with the total business’s performance, within a broader eCommerce team that is dedicated to accelerating commercial strategies through a fusion of analytical insights and strategic partnerships, internally and externally. Monitors the competitors' brands and products as well as our market share, competitor market share, and target market share to understand shopper trends and opportunities and communicating to appropriate Sales, Performance Marketing, and Product Management.
Sales Manager eCommerce - Walmart Medline IndustriesSales Manager eCommerce - WalmartNorthfield, IL$79,000–$119,000 / yearFull timeFormulate and execute annual sales, digital marketing, and promotional strategies/plans for Walmart and Sam's Club; focus on product offering, promotional plans, digital marketing, pricing/programming, online discoverability, content optimization, and online ratings & reviews. Actively work and participate cross-functionally with the Sales Strategy, Product Management, Performance Marketing, Inventory Management, and Customer Operations Teams to ensure appropriate support for the business is actively provided.
Strategic Programs Manager Medline IndustriesStrategic Programs ManagerNorthfield, IL$79,000–$119,000 / yearFull timeManage the strategic relationship with vendor partners on assigned programs; tasks may include attending regular cadenced calls with vendor, working with vendor reps to provide product samples and quotes, and supporting collaboration between Medline reps and vendor reps. Lead the development of marketing plans for assigned product programs; tasks may include supporting efforts around brand awareness, sales training tools, collateral creation and pricing resources.
Strategic Programs Manager Sr Medline IndustriesStrategic Programs Manager SrNorthfield, IL$101,000–$152,000 / yearFull timeMay be involved in hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies. Lead the development of comprehensive marketing plans and promotional programs for existing products to include product strategy development, pricing strategy, collateral creation and brand management.
Mercantile Hall Sales Manager Mercantile HallMercantile Hall Sales ManagerBurlington, WIp>Mercantile Hall is owned and operated by BEDO Brands, a collection of award-winning brands that focuses on hospitality in the wedding industry, and boasts of incredible sibling brands, including 10 South and Bon Bon Belle Bridal Boutique. Charming, Historic Setting– Work in a one-of-a-kind venue that offers a beautiful backdrop for every tour (and every event you help create!) .
Product Marketing Manager UlineProduct Marketing ManagerPleasant Prairie, WIFull timeUline's Creative department is a powerhouse of over 170 team members who execute our visuals on tight deadlines with consistent brand clarity. Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations.
Group Product Manager-Exam Gloves Medline IndustriesGroup Product Manager-Exam GlovesNorthfield, IL$134,000–$201,000 / yearFull timeOversee and manage Product Teams (may have multiple reports including Product Manager and Senior Product Manager levels) for the sourcing, marketing, product development, sales support and financial growth of multiple product categories. Hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.
Direct Marketing Manager UlineDirect Marketing ManagerPleasant Prairie, WIFull timeManage and develop a team of Marketing Associates, guiding high-volume campaign execution, including targeting, segmentation, approvals and performance tracking. Translate data into actionable insights that influence how we connect with customers to drive success across for our growing North American company.
NewProduct Manager-Lab Medline IndustriesProduct Manager-LabNorthfield, IL$79,000–$119,000 / yearFull timeIntermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font). Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
Product Manager-Textiles Medline IndustriesProduct Manager-TextilesNorthfield, IL$79,000–$119,000 / yearFull timeIntermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font). Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
Creative Production Manager UlineCreative Production ManagerPleasant Prairie, WIFull timeFrom our 900+ page catalog to specialty product pamphlets, as a Creative Production Manager, you’ll oversee the print and web production process for Uline’s award-winning omnichannel marketing! Work with a team of project managers to ensure smooth workflow, scheduling and proofing for all print and web projects.
Assistant Store Manager - Spencer's Spencer Gifts - Spirit HalloweenAssistant Store Manager - Spencer'sSchaumburg, IL$17–$17.25 / hourFull timeThe Assistant Manager is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in the various tasks involved in the overall operation of a store, ensuring maximum sales and profitability by developing staff, controlling expenses and shrinkage as well as all aspects of merchandising and inventory control in adherence with all Company policies and procedures. The physical demands of the job require in excess of 8 hours of standing, walking, climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 pounds.
District Sales Manager - Spirit Spencer Gifts - Spirit HalloweenDistrict Sales Manager - SpiritKenosha, WI$1,050–$1,075 / weekThe District Sales Manager is responsible for all aspects of the store operation (average 3 stores) including, sales, payroll recruiting, training, employee relations, expense control, shrink and all related functions. The physical demands of the job require in excess of 8 hours of standing, walking, climbing ladders, setting up fixtures, lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
Store Manager - Spencer's Spencer Gifts - Spirit HalloweenStore Manager - Spencer'sNorridge, IL$22–$22.25 / hourFull timeThe Store Manager oversees and is accountable for the operation of a store, ensuring maximum sales and profitability through controlling expenses, shrinkage, human resources management as well as all aspects of merchandising and inventory control in adherence with all Company policies and procedures. The physical demands of the job require in excess of 8 hours of standing, walking, climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Sr. Associate Brand Manager PurposeBuilt Brands IncSr. Associate Brand ManagerGurnee, IL$95,000–$110,000 / yearOur beloved brands, including 30 Seconds, Harris, Weiman, Goo Gone, Green Gobbler, Biokleen, Gonzo, Magic, Mighty Mint, Wright's, Stone Care International, Urnex, Five Star, and Micro-Scientific, are preferred choices among consumers and seasoned professionals alike. The ideal candidate is an experienced CPG marketer who brings strong analytical, creative, and cross-functional skills and is ready to take real ownership of a high-priority brand.
Senior Brand Manager Reynolds Consumer Products IncSenior Brand ManagerLake Forest, IL$150,000–$165,000 / yearp>Your Role: As the Senior Brand Manager for Reynolds Branded and Private Label, you will own the marketing responsibility for the Reynolds Foil category, driving consumer demand, brand growth, and financial performance. Lead creative strategy and execution, working closely with agency partners and internal teams to deliver breakthrough, on brand creative across campaigns, in store, and e commerce.
Associate Manager, Global Employer Brand S.C. Johnson & Son IncAssociate Manager, Global Employer BrandRacine, WIDevelop, edit and curate content for key digital channels (careers website, social media, email marketing, etc.), owning execution and performance for assigned channels/campaigns that promote career differentiators and showcase what makes SCJ a unique and rewarding place to grow a career. You'll use a combination of skills in creative content development, digital marketing technologies, and project management to design, deliver, and optimize candidate-facing experiences that bring SCJ careers to life and elevate our reputation as an employer.
NewBrand Marketing Manager - The Pink Stuff Rust-Oleum CorporationBrand Marketing Manager - The Pink StuffVernon Hills, ILWith millions of organic social views and a highly engaged consumer following, the brand is redefining how consumers discover, experience, and connect with cleaning products across retail and ecommerce channels. This role requires a strong balance of creativity, commercial thinking, and analytical rigor, using consumer insights, market data, and business performance to drive brand growth across retail and ecommerce channels.
Senior Brand Manager - Hefty & Private Label Reynolds Consumer ProductsSenior Brand Manager - Hefty & Private LabelLake Forest, Illinois$127,700–$185,150 / yearPosted Salary Range: USD $127,700.00 - USD $185,150.00 /A Bonus Eligibility: Role is eligible for 18% annual incentive provided the business meets financial goals and the individual meets their performance goals, subject to plan administration guidelines. This role is a general business leadership position with responsibility for brand and private label strategies, P&L management, pricing & price pack architecture development, and portfolio line extensions.
Senior Brand Manager Hefty Storage & Organization Reynolds Consumer Products IncSenior Brand Manager Hefty Storage & OrganizationLake Forest, IL$127,700–$185,150 / yearThis role is a general business leadership position with responsibility for brand and private label strategies, P&L management, pricing & price pack architecture development, and portfolio line extensions. Develop and lead integrated brand business plans, including innovation pipelines, launch strategies, competitive positioning, media plans, and distribution priorities.
Senior Brand Manager Hefty & Private Label Reynolds Consumer Products IncSenior Brand Manager Hefty & Private LabelLake Forest, IL$127,700–$185,150 / yearThis role is a general business leadership position with responsibility for brand and private label strategies, P&L management, pricing & price pack architecture development, and portfolio line extensions. Develop and lead integrated brand business plans, including innovation pipelines, launch strategies, competitive positioning, media plans, and distribution priorities.
Senior Brand Manager of Innovation Reynolds Consumer Products IncSenior Brand Manager of InnovationLake Forest, IL$150,000–$165,000 / yearYour Role: As a Senior Brand Manager of Innovation, you will lead cross-functional teams to develop and commercialize new products to address evolving consumer needs, build a future pipeline of growth initiatives, and meet company sustainability goals. Lead cross-functional team projects to develop and commercialize Brand and Private Label new products, line extensions, and product/packaging improvements.
Associate Manager, Marketing Brand Management Home Storage S.C. Johnson & Son IncAssociate Manager, Marketing Brand Management Home StorageRacine, WIPortfolio Strategy and Claims Development: Scope, lead and deliver commercialization for key core bags product improvements and renovations from concept to launch, rooted in brand strategy, inspired by compelling consumer insights and positioned to win with relevant audiences. Ziploc Media To Cart & Marketing Innovation: Help to execute key brand partnerships in FY27; cultivating and executing activations that align to broader brand strategy, drive connection and integrate into key cultural moments.
Senior Brand Manager John B. Sanfilippo & Son IncSenior Brand ManagerElgin, IL$137,287–$188,769 / yearThe Senior Brand Manager is responsible for leading the assigned brand as the "general manager" of the business-driving volume, net sales, and margin targets while building brand equity and accelerating innovation. Identify the innovation pipeline and lead cross-functional teams to develop, commercialize, and launch new products aligned with the brand roadmap.
Business Manager, Own Brands Daymon Worldwide IncBusiness Manager, Own BrandsILResponsibilities: Ensure execution of the Large Account Management Process framework to identify the most critical initiatives and relationships and work with the team to lay out short and long-term plans to achieve relationships at the appropriate level for the account or assigned category business unit. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Associate Manager,Marketing Brand Management Pest Control S.C. Johnson & Son IncAssociate Manager,Marketing Brand Management Pest ControlRacine, WIBachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or related field with 5+ years of relevant work experience preferably in consumer products or advanced degree in marketing, business administration or related field with 3+ years of relevant work experience preferably in consumer products. The Associate Manager, Innovation - Pest Control is responsible for developing and managing an innovation pipeline aligned with North America Pest Control Brand's expanding growth ambitions and translating unmet consumer needs into winning products.
Brand Marketing & Integration Manager Rust-Oleum CorporationBrand Marketing & Integration ManagerVernon Hills, ILJOB RESPONSIBILTIES: Partner with Pro-focused Product Development, Sales, and Business Unit leaders to develop go-to-market (GTM) marketing strategies and plans that align product launches, extensions, refreshes and growth initiatives with professional customer needs and marketing activation. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Manages the development and execution of Rust-Oleums pro-focused and industrial brand and marketing strategies across assigned product platforms, supporting growth within professional, trade, and channel-driven environments.
Assistant Manager of People Operations, Wayfair Branded Stores Wayfair LLCAssistant Manager of People Operations, Wayfair Branded StoresWilmette, ILPartner Across People Teams Work with Store Manager, Department Managers, Talent Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition to support staffing mobility processes and headcount planning. Youll Thrive in This Role if You Have: Experience Growing Teams Required 2 years of HR generalist or people leadership experience within a frontline workforce environment and a strong preference for retail.
NewManager, E-Commerce, U.S. - Star Brands Group Rust-OleumManager, E-Commerce, U.S. - Star Brands GroupVernon Hills, ILstrong>Cross-Functional Collaboration & InfluenceServe as the primary day-to-day eCommerce lead for the Star Brands portfolio, coordinating cross-functional initiatives and driving execution across digital commerce channels. Star Brands Group is building a category-defining, digital-first portfolio of home care brands led by The Pink Stuff, one of the most recognized cleaning brands globally with a highly engaged and rapidly growing social audience.
NewManager, E-Commerce, U.S. - Star Brands Group Tremco Construction Products GroupManager, E-Commerce, U.S. - Star Brands GroupVernon Hills, ILstrong>Cross-Functional Collaboration & InfluenceServe as the primary day-to-day eCommerce lead for the Star Brands portfolio, coordinating cross-functional initiatives and driving execution across digital commerce channels. Star Brands Group is building a category-defining, digital-first portfolio of home care brands led by The Pink Stuff, one of the most recognized cleaning brands globally with a highly engaged and rapidly growing social audience.
Manager, Brand Relativity ODA LLCManager, BrandIL$118,000–$178,000 / yearp>Required Skills: Adobe Creative Cloud, Branding, Content Strategy, Creative Directing, Design, Design Management, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Visual Communications. Plans and oversees brand campaign and program implementation, including creative direction, content development, and channel mix (digital, events, social, PR, and partner marketing), ensuring timely completion of all deliverables.
Multi-Brand Marketing Coordinator / Marketing Manager LTF TechnologyMulti-Brand Marketing Coordinator / Marketing ManagerHuntley, ILThe Multi-Brand Marketing Coordinator / Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing marketing activities for multiple brands. We are seeking a creative, organized, and results-driven marketing professional to lead and coordinate marketing efforts across several brands from our office location.
Manager Corporate Brand Partnerships AbbVie IncManager Corporate Brand PartnershipsNorth Chicago, ILPartnership Activation: Track action items, timelines, and follow-up actions to support visibility and accountability across stakeholders to support management of campaign and partnership activations from planning through in-market delivery. Manage video, digital, social and in-person event deliverables and act as liaison with internal teams, agency partners, vendors, and rights holders to deliver high quality, compliant work on time and within scope.
North America Case IH Brand Communication Manager CNH Industrial NVNorth America Case IH Brand Communication ManagerRacine, WIAdditionally, you can freely decide and change any time whether you accept cookies or choose to opt out of cookies to improve website''s performance, as well as cookies used to display content tailored to your interests. YouTube is a video-sharing service where users can create their own profile, upload videos, watch, like, and comment on videos.
Senior Brand Manager- Hefty Storage & Organization Reynolds Consumer ProductsSenior Brand Manager- Hefty Storage & OrganizationLake Forest, Illinois$127,700–$185,150 / yearli style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt">Develop and lead integrated brand business plans, including innovation pipelines, launch strategies, competitive positioning, media plans, and distribution priorities. Partner with Customer Marketing and Category Management to ensure strategies are converted into customer ready stories, selling tools, and in market execution.
Category Manager - Rx Pharma Brand Procurement Walgreen CoCategory Manager - Rx Pharma Brand ProcurementDeerfield, IL$115,400–$196,200 / yearul>Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in two or more of the following categories: retail, procurement/purchasing, merchandising, vendor relations, pharmacy operations, or retail marketing OR a High School Diploma/GED and at least 7 years of experience in two or more of the following categories: retail, procurement/purchasing, merchandising, vendor relations, pharmacy operations, or retail marketing. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.
Manager Brand Insights & Measurement Abbott LaboratoriesManager Brand Insights & MeasurementIL$99,300–$198,700 / yearOur portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
Manager, Brand Applications (Packaging) Abbott LaboratoriesManager, Brand Applications (Packaging)IL$99,300–$198,700 / yearOur portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. As Manager, Brand Applications, you will play a key role in bringing Abbott's brand to life across global touchpoints through consistent, high-quality visual execution.
Senior Manager Brand Strategy UL Solutions IncSenior Manager Brand StrategyNorthbrook, IL$150,000–$180,000 / yearReporting to Vice President, Brand Experience, this role serves as strategic connective tissue between GTM teams, including Brand Experience (strategy, activation, digital, operations); Growth & Business Marketing (field, product, solutions marketing), more broadly across Commercial Excellence (sales enablement, GTM motions, market execution), and beyond, to ensure execution is brand-led, coherent, and differentiated. This role establishes the brand positioning, narrative architecture, and portfolio storytelling framework are aligned with business strategy and deeply embedded in how we take our solutions to market- ensuring UL Solutions shows up with clarity, consistency, and differentiation across markets, industries, and customer touchpoints.
Finance Manager Non-Brand and PTP Lead AbbVie IncFinance Manager Non-Brand and PTP LeadILManage iCex, IMAP and HQ INTL LBE, PLN and LRP budgeting, in coordination with respective VP's / teams, including the preparation of the story-telling and related analytics and decks for INTL leaders review; Manage iCex, IMAP and HQ INTL budget: actual monitoring (Track commitment vs PO, etc), identify corrective actions to ensure the respect of the budgets approved; SPOC / SRM approval matrix: coordination of periodic review and updates; Support FD on iMax initiatives and other spend optimization initiatives (buy better / spend better) for IMCO, IMAP and INTL HQ; Create the necessary analytics to monitor spend, leveraging on PSM organization and on current spend analytics tools; Monitor INTL DPO initiative, working directly with PSM organization to identify drivers of performance, as well as identify opportunities for improvement; Coordinate PTP team an ensure the right level of support for IMCO, IMAP and INTL HQ organizations, with the right level of backup system in place; Ensure the right level of internal controls for PTP activities, including OEC controls; Drive for the PTP process improvements, working closely with the FD, as well as the relevant stakeholders, such as BSG, FSS and others; Qualifications. The primary objective of this position is to manage the budget planning activities (PLN, LRP and LBE), actuals monitorization and related deliverables of the HQ for INTL, iCEX and IMAP organizations, as well as leading the INTL HQ (IMCO, IMAP and HQ) PTP activities, ensuring the right support to the organization, as well as the right internal controls in place, including the OEC controls.
Brand Manager Bucher Hydraulics GmbHBrand ManagerElgin, ILThe Brand & Campaign Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing brand strategy and integrated marketing campaigns for a global manufacturer of hydraulic components. This role ensures consistent brand positioning across all markets and channels while driving demand generation, customer engagement, and market share growth.
Multi Brand Advisor I Ulta Beauty IncMulti Brand Advisor ISchaumburg, IL$17–$25.50 / hourEnsure that each guest receives exceptional service by providing a guest-friendly environment, which includes greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service to their needs, offering samples, recommending complementary products and/or services, and informing guests of current promotions, events and services within the store. Meet or exceed focused MAC, Clinique, and Estee Lauder brand sales and clientele goals, and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store's goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), retail shrink and omni-channel sales as set by Ulta Beauty for the store.
Multi Brand Advisor I Ulta Beauty, Inc.Multi Brand Advisor ISchaumburg, Illinois$17–$25.50 / hourli>Ensure that each guest receives exceptional service by providing a guest-friendly environment, which includes greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service to their needs, offering samples, recommending complementary products and/or services, and informing guests of current promotions, events and services within the store. Meet or exceed focused MAC, Clinique, and Estee Lauder brand sales and clientele goals, and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store’s goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), retail shrink and omni-channel sales as set by Ulta Beauty for the store.
Brand Leader - FT - Chicago Outlet AllSaints Retail LimitedBrand Leader - FT - Chicago OutletIL$79,000–$83,000 / yearAt AllSaints, we are committed to developing truly diverse teams and creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to give their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand. As our Brand Leader in store, you will be responsible for leading, managing, and motivating your team to deliver an exceptional brand experience to our customers.
Catering Coordinator - Brand Ambassador - Mon-Fri Potbelly CorporationCatering Coordinator - Brand Ambassador - Mon-FriSchaumburg, IL$17.25–$17.75 / hourThe Catering Coordinator manages and organizes the backline business, driving sales through building relationships with local businesses, current customers and BIG FISH. What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood sandwich shop with over 400 locations across the United States.
Clinical Services Manager Stanton OpticalClinical Services ManagerPleasant Prairie, WIGoals include: Greet our patients as they enter the store, identify patients' needs to ensure an easy and memorable experience while providing information on products and services available. You will ensure that patients receive quality care by ensuring the store team that provides clinical services follow operational processes and meets their goals daily.
Associate Market Manager Fellowes BrandsAssociate Market ManagerSchaumburg, IL$70,000–$80,000 / yearAn overview of our benefits offering is available here: Fellowes Benefits Overview. Help interpret and glean customer/consumer insight to support the development and implementation of category strategies that grow profit and volume, including category direction, new product development, and product entries into new segments, pricing, and merchandizing and distribution strategies.
Global Insights, Senior Manager Rare Disease AmgenGlobal Insights, Senior Manager Rare DiseaseDeerfield, IllinoisIn addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include: A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. This role partners closely with global marketing, global value and access, competitive intelligence, forecasting, and other cross-functional teams to provide insights that inform global go-to-market strategy, early commercial planning, therapeutic area strategy, and advancement of the pipeline.