Product Manager

Solatube; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Kingspan Light + Air in Illinois seeks a Product Manager to oversee an existing product line, explore new opportunities, and drive the stage-gate development process. You will collaborate with Engineering, Design, Marketing, Sales, Logistics and Operations to ensure ongoing product success.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 5+ years in product management, with strong data analytics, lifecycle management, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business, CS, or engineering).
• 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager or similar role.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Market Awareness: monitor industry trends and opportunities.
• Competitive Analysis: analyze competitors and customer preferences.
• Business Case Development: build cases with TAM/SAM/SOM, pricing, ROI.
• Product Lifecycle Management: maintain and enhance product roadmap.
• Stage-Gate Leadership: manage the stage-gate process and reviews.
• Sales Enablement: support training and documentation for sales teams.
• Code Compliance: monitor and ensure regulatory and code compliance.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile methodologies

Project management

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Project

SmartSheet

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $120,000 USD to $140,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• MARKETING
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PRODU003502

Description

Kingspan Light + Airis an award-winning innovator of daylighting and ventilation solutions for high-performance building envelopes, offering a wide range of high-quality solutions, including translucent daylighting systems, skylights, smoke, and natural ventilation products.

To help us continue to grow our business, we’re searching for a Product Manager, who will beresponsible for managing and maintaining existing products, investigate opportunities for new products, and drive the stage gate product development process. They work closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Design, Marketing, Sales, Logistics and Operations to ensure the ongoing success of the product line.

Benefits include a competitive hourly rate, medical/dental/vision insurance with HSA plan, retirement plan with 4% company match, 13 days of Paid Time Off plus 10 paid company holidays, and upward advancement potential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Market Awareness: monitor industry trends and technology developments by way of trade organization participation, trade show attendance, and continuing education
• Competitive Analysis: Stay informed competition and customer preferences. Conduct competitive analysis to identify opportunities for differentiation and areas where the product can be strengthened.
• Business Case Development:
  • Conduct customer visits and Voice of the Customer initiatives to uncover new opportunities, unmet needs, and validate products in development to ensure solutions are customer-centric
  • Analyze market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM), competitive and pricing landscape
  • Define expected financial overview, inclusive of testing/regulatory expenditure, CAPEX, certifications, etc. and financial return inclusive of revenue, operating cost, gross margin, ROI, payback period, etc.
  • Define product regulatory and commercial viability requirements, aka product specifications
  • Present business case and recommendations to local senior leadership team
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the product line from in creation and introduction to obsolesce. Develop and execute a roadmap for the product's ongoing maintenance, enhancements, and expansion.
  • Data Analysis: Leverage data analytics and user research to monitor product performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Use metrics and insights to measure the impact of product changes and inform future enhancements.
  • Product Enhancements: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for product improvements and new features. Gather requirements, conduct market research, and prioritize enhancements based on customer feedback and business goals.
• Stage-Gate Leadership: own and enforce the Stage Gate process to ensure that priorities are maintained and progressed upon as scheduled. Manage
  • Project Management: Plan, prioritize, and manage projects, adhering to timelines, budgets, and scope.
  • Gate Review: assemble documentation for review and approval by leadership.
  • Risk Management: identify potential risks with mitigation strategies
  • Accountability: hold staff accountable to deadlines and deliverable quality.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely Engineering, Design, Marketing, Sales, Logistics and Operation teams to align on product priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Sales Enablement: support the commercial staff to ensure appropriate, robust, complete, and truthful communication about our products and their capabilities
  • Documentation: Create and maintain product literature, guides, and training materials for internal teams and customers.
  • Training: Conduct regularly scheduled training sessions to ensure stakeholders have a comprehensive understanding of the product's features and capabilities.
• Code Compliance: Assist and manage code compliance practices as it relates to product, ensuring that the product adheres to all relevant codes, regulations, and standards. Monitor regulatory bodies (e.g. ICC, NFRC, AMCA, etc) for code or standard advancement and impact on the product offering.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as business, computer science, or engineering)
• Five (5) years of experience as a Product Manager or similar role.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, specifically product maintenance and enhancement processes. Proficiency in using product management tools (MS Project, Smart Sheet or similar), data analytics, and project management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data, make data-driven decisions, and measure the impact of product changes.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies and experience working in an agile product management environment.
• Familiarity with the market and industry trends related to the product's domain.

At Kingspan, we believe our employees are our greatest resource. Therefore, we offer a competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. Kingspan is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

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