Portfolio Product Manager

Allura; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with PPO and high-deduct

Dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan with company matching

Competitive paid vacation and company

Job summary

Allura USA in Houston, TX is seeking a Portfolio Product Manager to lead the strategy and performance of the product portfolio. You will guide development, launches, and lifecycle transitions in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, R&D, Engineering, Operations, and Finance.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing and at least five years in product-related roles. Experience in building materials or manufacturing is strongly preferred, with a focus on profitability and

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in product management, portfolio management, or related discipline.
• Experience in portfolio strategy, pricing, profitability analysis, and business cases.
• Strong cross-functional leadership with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Engineering, and R&D.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute portfolio strategies to grow or discontinue products.
• Manage roadmaps and lifecycle plans from development to discontinuation.
• Monitor revenue, profitability, market share, and adoption to inform improvements.
• Support pricing strategies, margin improvement, and SKUs optimization.
• Develop business cases and investments based on strategic fit and ROI.
• Identify opportunities for new products, line extensions, and enhancements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for launches and transitions.
• Collaborate on product positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies.
• Support marketing, demand generation, sales tools, and training.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Product lifecycle management

Pricing strategy

Market research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

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Full Time Professional Houston, TX, US

Manufacture a Career Built to Last!

About Us

Backed by more than 70 years of experience in the building materials industry, Allura USA, part of the Elementia family of companies, has built its reputation by Making the Material Difference. We manufacture and distribute a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance fiber cement exterior products, including lap, panels, soffits, shakes, and trim solutions that support residential and commercial projects.

Through trusted products, experienced teams, and a commitment to operational excellence, we focus on delivering the right materials to the right place at the right time while meeting the evolving needs of our customers and the construction industry.

At Allura, our people make the difference. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous growth. We value the diverse experiences and perspectives our employees bring and encourage every team member to share ideas, solve challenges, and contribute to our success. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of expertise, Allura provides opportunities to develop your skills, advance your career, and make a meaningful impact. Join us and be part of a team that is Making the Material Difference for our customers, our communities, and one another.

*This position is located in Houston, TX

Position Summary

The Portfolio Product Manager leads the strategy and performance of the company’s product portfolio, ensuring products meet customer needs and business objectives. This role manages product lifecycles, identifies growth opportunities, recommends pricing strategies, and drives profitability improvements.

As the primary product expert, you will partner with Sales, Marketing, R&D, Engineering, Operations, Technical Services, and Finance to guide product development, support successful launches, and strengthen the company’s market position.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute portfolio strategies, recommending opportunities to grow, improve, maintain, or discontinue products.
• Manage product roadmaps and lifecycle plans aligned with business priorities, from development and launch through maturity and discontinuation.
• Monitor revenue, profitability, market share, and product adoption to evaluate portfolio performance and recommend improvements.
• Support pricing strategies, margin improvement, product mix optimization, and opportunities to streamline product offerings and SKUs.
• Develop business cases and recommend product investments based on strategic fit and expected return.
• Identify opportunities for new products, line extensions, and portfolio enhancements through customer insights, competitive benchmarking, and industry research.
• Partner with R&D and Engineering to evaluate technical feasibility and prioritize development, incorporating customer, operational, and financial requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver successful product launches and lifecycle transitions.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing on product positioning, value propositions, customer messaging, and go-to-market strategies.
• Support portfolio and brand marketing, demand generation, sales tools, and product training for internal and external audiences.
• Support dealer, distributor, contractor, and customer engagement to increase product adoption and ensure consistent messaging across channels.
• Communicate portfolio performance, product roadmaps, and strategic priorities while building alignment across departments.

What You Will Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in product management, portfolio management, product marketing, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated success managing products throughout the full product lifecycle.
• Experience in portfolio strategy, pricing, profitability analysis, and business case development.
• Strong cross-functional leadership experience partnering with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Engineering, and R&D.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, build alignment, and drive results across teams.
• Experience in building materials, construction products, manufacturing, or a related industry is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting brand and product marketing activities is preferred.

What We Offer

Allura offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical plans with PPO and high-deductible plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• Competitive paid vacation and company holidays

Join Our Team

If you are ready to bring your experience to an organization serving the evolving construction and building-materials industry, we encourage you to apply and build your future with Allura.

Allura is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process.