Product Manager

Product Manager Location(s): Toledo, OH, US, 43659-0001 Colfax, NC, US, 27235 Tampa, FL, US, 33605 Function: Marketing Audience: Experienced Professional Work Arrangement: Hybrid Requisition ID: 70592 PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Product Manager is responsible for leading product strategy, execution, and performance across building industry market segments and customers. The role drives channel-specific product planning, innovation, and lifecycle management to support growth, differentiation, and operational excellence in retail or wholesale environments. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of the building materials industry, applies a market-back lens to identify opportunities throughout the value chain, possesses technical product knowledge, and can lead cross-functional teams. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Product Strategy and Lifecycle Management - Own the Doors product portfolio across retail or wholesale distribution channels. - Develop and execute channel-specific product strategies, including new product introductions, line refreshes, and discontinuations for selected product categories. - Align product plans with brand positioning, customer needs, and the competitive landscape to increase consumer willingness to pay and support margin-accretive growth. Channel Execution - Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to deliver compelling assortments that enhance the shopper and customer journey, drive sales, and improve mix. - Work with cross-functional teams to ensure product setup, data accuracy, and content delivery across retail or wholesale distribution systems. - Monitor performance metrics and drive actions to improve sales and margins. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Customer Service to ensure product readiness and support. - Work closely with Marketing to develop product positioning, messaging, packaging, signage, and promotional materials tailored to customer needs. - Serve as the voice of the customer in product development and commercialization processes. Market and Customer Insights - Analyze market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive activity to inform product decisions. - Conduct field visits, customer interviews, and performance reviews to identify opportunities and gaps. - Translate insights into actionable product enhancements and channel strategies. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in product management within building materials or home improvement retail. - Proven success managing product lifecycles. - Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills. - Ability to travel as needed for customer meetings, trade shows, manufacturing locations, and field visits. Preferred Experience - Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field. - Experience with retail and/or wholesale building products distribution. - Technical product knowledge within the building materials industry. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Channel knowledge: Deep understanding of retail and/or wholesale distribution operations, systems, and customer base. Product management: Experience managing product portfolios, product launches, and lifecycle strategies. Cross-functional leadership: Ability to lead and