Manager of Product Management

ODL; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Hybrid work environment

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation and 10 Holidays

Wellness program

Bonus program

Health Club Reimbursement

Shift First Shift (USA)

Job summary

ODL in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Manager of Product Management to own the product life cycle, roadmaps, value propositions, P&L management, and cross-functional collaboration while leading a small team of product managers.

This player‑coach role offers opportunities to lead impactful product launches, optimize offerings, drive profitability, and grow the next generation of product management talent across our door and insulated glass solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or Finance or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in Product Management or related role with leadership or mentoring experience.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to develop business cases and profitability targets.
• Advanced project management skills and cross-functional alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 2 product managers, with strategy and execution oversight.
• Drive end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to launch and lifecycle decisions.
• Own P&L decisions and pricing strategy in collaboration with finance and pricing teams.
• Develop compelling value propositions and GTM strategies aligned to market needs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Skills

Team Leadership

Product Lifecycle

P&L Management

Go-to-Market

Product Strategy

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Financial Acumen

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP

CRM systems

Job description

Manager of Product Management Join our dynamic team as a Manager of Product Management, where you'll take ownership of the product life cycle, product roadmaps, value propositions, P&L management, and cross-functional collaboration, while leading and developing a small team of product managers. This is a player‑coach role with the opportunity to lead highly impactful, innovative product launches, optimize product offerings, ensure business profitability, and grow the next generation of product management talent.

Who We Are: Driven by continual innovation and trusted partnerships, ODL is a global leader in high-quality door and insulated glass solutions. For decades, our purpose has been simple: Make Your Life Better for our customers, our communities, and our people. With 14 global locations and thousands of employees, ODL has been recognized as a Great Place to Work across all countries of operation. We invest in our people, celebrate growth, and foster a culture where accountability, innovation, and excellence thrive.

The Impact You’ll Drive:

Team Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a team of 2 direct reports, providing regular feedback, guidance, and career development support. Partner with team members on strategy and execution work, unblocking issues and pressure‑testing plans before they move forward. Set priorities and workload distribution across the team to ensure effective coverage, while personally owning product line responsibilities alongside the team. Support onboarding and skill‑building for team members, and help establish best practices and ways of working for the broader product management team.

Product Life Cycle Management

Drive launch excellence by developing business cases, securing project approvals, and defining scope with a customer‑centric lens. Create full‑scale go‑to‑market plans to ensure customer adoption, profitability, and cross‑functional alignment. Identify opportunities to enhance customer experience via innovative product offerings, implementing product upgrades or discontinuations. Own the execution of life cycle decisions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and ability to pivot as needed to achieve targets.

P&L Responsibility

Manage product line profitability by analyzing financial impacts and making strategic P&L decisions alongside Product Pricing analyst and Commercial Finance. Recommend and establish final pricing strategies to optimize revenue and market positioning.

Product Strategy

Develop compelling value propositions and inform go‑to‑market (GTM) strategies. Lead the creation and maintenance of product roadmaps, aligning with market trends and long‑term strategy goals.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to align objectives and deliver results. Influence and lead cross‑functional initiatives with exemplary communication and a collaborative mindset.

What Sets You Up for Success:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in Product Management or a related role, including demonstrated experience leading, coaching, or mentoring others.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, with experience developing business cases and profitability targets.
• Advanced project management capabilities and the ability to drive cross‑functional alignment to meet business objectives on time.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a talent for influencing and collaboration.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (Excel, ERP, CRM systems).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Knowledge of fenestration / building industry a plus.

Value We Offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Hybrid work environment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and 10 Holidays
• Health Club Reimbursement
• Bonus program
• Wellness program
• Shift First Shift (United States of America)

OUR HISTORY

A Foundation Customers Trust With a heritage of creating products for the home that dates back to 1945, ODL remains synonymous with stability, quality, and confidence. Yet, after more than 75 years, we feel our best days are ahead of us. Thanks to our exceptional portfolio of entry doors and doorlights, the industry’s leading lineup of enclosed blinds, and an expanding international presence, the opportunities are limitless. Family‑owned and privately operated, we aim to build upon what’s made us successful through the years: a culture of treating people well, coupled with constant innovation.