Director, Product Management - Solid Surface

Wilsonart currently has an opening for an Director, Product Management for our Hard Surface product line.  JOB SUMMARYThe Product Management Leader will be responsible for creating and managing the overall product management process for either the commercial or residential segment. This role requires leading internal processes to define the product strategy, roadmap, and priorities based on the company's business objectives. The Product Management Leader will oversee the entire product lifecycle, from strategic planning to tactical activities, ensuring seamless execution across all departments. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESProduct Strategy and Roadmap:

• Define and manage the product strategy, roadmap, and priorities aligned with business objectives.
• Develop long-range plans, updated annually, to guide product development efforts.
• Manage the entire product line lifecycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.
• Oversee new product introductions, market planning, product lifecycle management, and sales programming functions.
• Conduct competitive analysis to understand market trends, competitor strategies, and technological advancements.
• Gather and evaluate data to recommend effective strategies for new product launches.

Sales and Market Planning:

• Develop and review sales forecasts, quotas, pricing, and market plans.
• Define required product offerings and develop sales strategies in collaboration with the sales leader.

Pricing Strategy:

• Develop and document a pricing strategy, including setting prices and responding to competitive activity.
• Determine product pricing by utilizing market research data and reviewing production and sales costs.

Customer Focus:

• Determine customer needs and desires by specifying research requirements and evaluating market information.
• Target and satisfy customer needs while achieving organizational business objectives.
• Interface with company management, sales, specification groups, customers, and suppliers.
• Ensure comprehensive information flow regarding the company-wide go-to-market plan and execute it with all departments.

 Product Development and Introduction:

• Facilitate the introduction and marketing of new products by developing time-integrated plans with sales, advertising, and production.
• Monitor development projects and proactively identify critical issues.
• Facilitate inventory turnover and product availability by reviewing and adjusting inventory levels and production schedules.

 Team Management:

• Recruit, select, orient, and train product management staff.
• Maintain staff performance by counseling, disciplining, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and networking.
• Participate in professional societies to stay updated with industry trends and practices.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience in product management, preferably within the commercial or residential segment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct comprehensive market and competitive analysis.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic and tactical product plans.
• Proficient in developing sales forecasts, pricing strategies, and market plans.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted in place of a degree. EXPERIENCE: 5-8 years in Product Management or Marketing. Preferably experience in building materials or engineered surfaces. WORKING CONDITIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sitting in the same location of standing/walking; required to stoop, climb or lift light material (10-20lbs) or equipment. ENVIRONMENT:Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature extremes, loud noises and bright lights. Examples: mail clerks, material handlers and food service workers