Duro Dyne Product Manager (HVAC)

Duro Dyne; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Duro Dyne, a leading HVAC accessories manufacturer, is seeking a Product Manager to shape and execute product and category strategy in support of the Senior Product Leader. You will translate market insights, customer needs, and competitive intelligence into strategic priorities and roadmaps, partnering with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in product management or related roles, hands-on experience with lifecycle activities and NPD, and the ability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product management, category management, technical product, sales, marketing, engineering, or related commercial experience.
• Experience supporting product lifecycle activities, new product development, market analysis, pricing, or go-to-market execution.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience developing and implementing product, category, or commercial strategy, including setting priorities and executing plans.
• Preferred: HVAC or related technical/industrial industry experience; engineering background or strong technical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Develop and recommend product and category strategies aligned with leadership vision and portfolio direction.
• Translate market, customer, and competitive insights into priorities, roadmaps, and action plans.
• Collaborate with Senior Product Leader to evaluate opportunities, build business cases, and adjust direction.
• Support lifecycle activities and manage assigned product categories and roadmaps.
• Assist with pricing analysis, positioning, and portfolio optimization.
• Lead NPD initiatives and coordinate with Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Operations.
• Define requirements, create technical documentation, and ensure launch readiness.
• Support issue resolution with data and cross-functional coordination.
• Maintain product performance reporting and dashboards; track key metrics.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and cross-functional partners for launches and GTM execution.
• Contribute to process improvements and provide concise updates for reviews.

Skills

Product management

Category management

Technical product

Sales

Marketing

Engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Go-to-market

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred)

MBA

Tools

CAD

Product development

Job description

Who We Are

Duro Dyne , established in 1952, has evolved into the leading manufacturer of sheet metal accessories and equipment for the HVAC industry. For over 70 years, Duro Dyne has expanded its plant locations and now employs over 200 people. Duro Dyne National Corporation is committed to providing superior quality and unparalleled dedication to all aspects of our business. We believe every employee contributes to the success and growth of our company. As an employee at Duro Dyne, you reap the benefits of being part of an expanding company that still maintains a progressive employee culture and atmosphere.

Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

What Drives Success

We are seeking a Product Manager to help set and execute product and category strategy for Duro Dyne in support of the Senior Product Leader. This role will translate business objectives, market insights, customer needs, and competitive intelligence into clear strategic priorities, product roadmaps, lifecycle plans, and commercial actions. The Product Manager will also lead new product development and partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Customer Service to improve portfolio performance and deliver sustainable growth.

The ideal candidate brings demonstrated success developing product or category strategies, strong product management fundamentals, a commercial mindset, technical curiosity, and the ability to influence and execute through cross-functional collaboration. This position reports to the Senior Product Leader.

Product & Category Management

• Develop and recommend product and category strategies that support the Senior Product Leader’s vision, business objectives, growth priorities, and long-term portfolio direction


• Translate market, customer, competitive, financial, and operational insights into clear strategic choices, priorities, roadmaps, and measurable action plans


• Partner with the Senior Product Leader to evaluate strategic opportunities, build business cases, align stakeholders, and adjust product direction based on performance and changing market conditions


• Support the Senior Product Leader in managing assigned product categories and lifecycle activities


• Assist with product roadmaps, assortment planning, pricing analysis, positioning, and portfolio optimization


• Monitor product performance, market trends, customer feedback, and competitive activity to identify improvement opportunities

New Product Development & Technical Support

• Lead NPD/NPI initiatives within your assigned product categories


• Coordinate with Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Operations to support new product development and product improvement initiatives


• Help define product requirements, business cases, technical documentation needs, launch readiness, and customer-facing materials


• Support issue resolution by gathering data, coordinating inputs, and tracking follow-through across functions

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain product performance reporting, dashboards, and category-level analyses


• Use data and customer insights to support recommendations related to pricing, inventory, profitability, quality, and customer satisfaction


• Track key product metrics and prepare clear updates for the Senior Product Leader and cross-functional partners

Quality, Compliance & Customer Satisfaction

• Partner with Quality, Compliance, Engineering, and Operations to support product quality, documentation, and regulatory alignment


• Help identify recurring product issues, customer pain points, and opportunities for corrective action or continuous improvement


• Support customer satisfaction initiatives by translating feedback into product and process improvement recommendations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Sales and Marketing to drive and support product launches, sales enablement, customer communications, and go-to-market execution


• Provide product information, competitive insights, and technical support to internal stakeholders and customer-facing teams


• Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment on product priorities, timelines, launch deliverables, and customer needs

Execution & Project Coordination

• Manage assigned product-related projects, timelines, action items, and follow-ups with guidance from the Senior Product Leader


• Contribute to improved product management processes, tools, and operating rhythms


• Prepare concise updates, recommendations, and materials for internal business reviews

#DuroDyne

Required

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of product management, category management, technical product, sales, marketing, engineering, or related commercial experience


• Experience supporting product lifecycle activities, new product development, market analysis, pricing, or go-to-market execution


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations


• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• Demonstrated experience successfully developing and implementing product, category, or commercial strategy, including setting priorities and translating strategy into executable plans that support senior product leadership

Preferred

• Experience in HVAC or related technical/industrial industries (preferred but not required)


• Engineering background or strong technical aptitude


• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred) and/or MBA


• Experience in:
  
  
  
  • Quality Control & Inspection
  
  
  • CAD / Product Development
  
  
  • Technical Sales
  
  
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and the ability to set product direction, make informed trade-offs, and convert long-term objectives into actionable priorities


• Product management fundamentals and commercial judgment


• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration


• Data-driven problem solving and attention to detail


• Customer focus and technical curiosity


• Execution-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability

What We Offer

Compensation : This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $93,600-$122,850 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.

Benefits : Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.

Our Culture

At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special.

Come, stay, and grow with us!

Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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