Product Management Rotational Associate

GAF; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

GAF in Parsippany, NJ offers a two-year rotational program for recent graduates in Product Management. You will work with leaders across the Product Organization, rotate through core functions, and gain mentorship while delivering value on major projects.

The program emphasizes problem-solving, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Rotations include Product Management Services, Residential Product Management, Digital Marketing, and Customer Marketing, with a hybrid in-office schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Previous GAF internship or co-op experience Required.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, & analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and build relationships.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task & handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership abilities.
• This position is based in Parsippany, NJ corporate headquarters with a hybrid in-office schedule; in-office Mon-Thu, with option to work remotely on Friday.

Responsibilities

• Product Management Services: act as Junior Account Manager and liaise between internal customers; lead a project from start to finish.
• Residential Product Management: assist with product marketing strategy, financial and market analyses; contribute to initiatives.
• Digital Marketing: collaborate with Digital Marketing and IT to improve website functionality and user experience; support business objectives.
• Business Services or Customer Marketing: support customer-facing programs, manage inquiries, coordinate reporting, and develop documentation and knowledge base.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team Summary

With over 25 manufacturing sites, GAF’s Product Management team continues to grow in size and complexity. This program is designed to accelerate the development of recent graduates to leaders, capable of meeting the growing challenges facing our Product Management function. In GAF’s program, the candidate will work collaboratively with key leaders across the Product Organization and will have the opportunity to work on major projects and strategic initiatives.

Job Summary

Rotations will be determined through business needs, candidate interest, and mentor guidance. The position will be based in our corporate headquarters in Parsippany, NJ. Candidates will have a dedicated manager and mentor to support their development and technical training as they cultivate their leadership and technical skills. Candidates will have the opportunity to establish a network of peers and mentors, have visibility of high-level leadership, and have the opportunity to work on projects and initiatives that drive significant value to GAF.

These rotational assignments are supplemented by various training courses throughout the two year program taught and led by internal & external resources. Training courses provide overviews of the various functions within GAF and follow a robust and interactive curriculum that helps develop participants on key competencies such as problem-solving/critical thinking skills, technical skills, business knowledge, teamwork, and leadership. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently or as part of a team, be well organized, detail oriented, and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Essential Duties

• Product Management Services
  In this rotation, the candidate will be acting as a Junior Account Manager and will serve as the secondary liaison between multiple segments of internal customers (i.e. Commercial Marketing, Residential Marketing, Partner Programs). This position will manage the flow of projects, from inception to completion, ensuring all projects are handled in a timely and accurate fashion.
  The candidate will learn the fundamentals of the business as well as the marketing and creative process. In addition, they will lead a project from start to finish so they can see a project through to build their expertise and resume.

• Residential Product Management
  In this rotation, the candidate will work with cross functional teams and be involved in all elements of product marketing strategy, financial and market analysis. This candidate will assist on key projects for existing product enhancements and future initiatives that will grow GAF’s leadership beyond product.

• Digital Marketing
  In this rotation, the candidate would be responsible for working closely with the Digital Marketing and IT teams to continually improve the overall functionality and user experience on the website as well as assist in the delivery of business objectives on GAF.com.

• Business Services or Customer Marketing

  • In this rotation, the candidate would provide essential support to key customer facing programs and services by managing front-line operational inquiries, executing data reporting and performance tracking, coordinating internal and external communications, and supporting customer-facing events to accomplish strategic marketing initiatives. This role also includes acting as a key liaison with customers and third parties, assisting with cross-functional projects, and developing critical documentation and a knowledge base for program success.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Previous GAF internship or co-op experience Required
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, & analytical skills
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and build relationships
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task & handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership abilities
• This position is based in our Parsippany, NJ corporate headquarters which currently operates on a hybrid in-office schedule. Though employees are welcome to work in our office on Friday, this position must be performed in-office on Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely from the employee’s home office on Friday.

Minimum Requirements

Pay Transparency

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $57,600-$79,200

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).