Global Product Manager, PWID

Brady Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance starting day 1

Generous 401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Brady Corporation in Milwaukee seeks a Global Product Manager responsible for the full lifecycle strategy, long-term market competitiveness, and P&L health of our Industrial Benchtop Label Printing portfolio.

You will lead market strategy, roadmapping, and cross-functional teams to drive multi-year roadmaps, new product development, and strategic migrations that strengthen Brady's competitive position globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, or relevant field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of product management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrates the capability to formulate long-term strategies and align diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Market Strategy & Research: uncover customer pain points, analyze market size, and regulatory standards.
• Roadmapping & Innovation: define 3–5 year roadmaps and evaluate buy vs. build vs. partner opportunities.
• Requirements & Design Validation: author MRDs/PRDs with personas and workflows for engineering guidance.
• Portfolio & Lifecycle Management: oversee multi-generational lines and drive growth via migrations and upgrades.
• Business Planning & Pricing: build CAPEX cases and establish global value-based pricing.
• Go-to-Market & Commercial Strategy: develop GTM playbooks and sales tools.
• Operations & Demand Planning: work with supply chain on demand forecasts and obsolescence.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: align global leadership and engineering teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, or relevant field

MBA Preferred

Job description

What We Need

We are seeking a Global Product Manager, who is accountable for the full product lifecycle strategy, long‑term market competitiveness, and overall P&L health of our Industrial Benchtop Label Printing portfolio from cradle-to-grave. Operating at the intersection of market strategy, technology, and finance, this Global Product Manager uncovers universal customer problems and establishes multi‑year new product roadmaps that drive sustainable competitive advantage.

What We Need

We are seeking a Global Product Manager, who is accountable for the full product lifecycle strategy, long‑term market competitiveness, and overall P&L health of our Industrial Benchtop Label Printing portfolio from cradle-to-grave. Operating at the intersection of market strategy, technology, and finance, this Global Product Manager uncovers universal customer problems and establishes multi‑year new product roadmaps that drive sustainable competitive advantage.

What You'll Be Doing

• Market Strategy & Research: Uncover critical customer pain points, quantify market size (TAM/SAM), analyze competitive dynamics, and synthesize regional regulatory standards.
• Roadmapping & Innovation: Define 3–5 year strategic product roadmaps, drive front-end discovery, and evaluate buy vs. build vs. partner opportunities.
• Requirements & Design Validation: Author precise MRDs and PRDs using detailed personas, workflows, and real‑world use cases to guide engineering and testing.
• Portfolio & Lifecycle Management: Oversee multi-generational product lines, maintain P&L accountability, and drive growth through legacy migrations and upgrades.
• Business Planning & Pricing: Build capital expenditure business cases, establish global value‑based pricing structures, and track overarching business KPIs.
• Go‑to‑Market & Commercial Strategy: Develop GTM launch playbooks, build overarching value propositions, and author high‑impact sales tools like battlecards and ROI calculators.
• Operations & Demand Planning: Partner with supply chain teams to build master demand forecasts, mitigate component obsolescence, and manage dual‑sourcing.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership: Maintain executive alignment and drive communication across global leadership, regional business units, and engineering teams.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Sciences, or relevant field, MBA Preferred
• Minimum 5 years of product management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Possess the drive and capability to deeply understand and advocate for both internal and external users and customers.
• Proven ability to lead and align diverse cross‑functional teams toward shared objectives without formal reporting authority.
• Demonstrates the capability to formulate long‑term strategies, navigate ambiguous situations, and connect daily execution to core strategic objectives.
• Decisiveness & Prioritization: Must know how and when to say no to protect focus
• Decisive prioritization skills, including knowing when and how to say no to maintain focus
• Up to 30% travel, international and domestic

About Us

Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world‑class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2025, Brady employed approximately 6,400 people in our worldwide businesses. Our fiscal 2025 sales were approximately $1.51 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Why Work At Brady

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full‑time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Education reimbursement opportunities
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program