Product Manager

Traka (Assa Abloy); Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive team environment

Job summary

Traka (Assa Abloy) is seeking a Commercial Product Manager (CPM) for their Sliding Door product portfolio in Monroe, North Carolina. In this role, you will define and drive the North American product strategy, manage the full product lifecycle, and lead product launches to meet market demands.

The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in product management, a strong commercial mindset, and excellent communication skills. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve sales and profitability targets.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in Product Management or commercial roles in technical products.
• Proven experience in defining product requirements and managing product lifecycles.
• Fluent in English, additional languages are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product strategy for sliding doors in North America.
• Manage the full product lifecycle from ideation to phase-out.
• Lead product launches including pricing and positioning.

Skills

Product Management

Market Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering

MBA

Job description

# Product ManagerWe are strengthening our presence in North America with our Sliding Door product portfolio. To support this ambition, we are looking for a **Commercial Product Manager (CPM) – Sliding Doors** who will shape and drive our portfolio for the North American market.In this role, you will define and drive the North American product strategy based on deep market insights, customer needs, and competitive analysis. You will translate these into Market Requirement Specifications (MRS) and solid business cases, enabling the development of competitive and innovative products.**What you would do**Market & Product Strategy* Define and drive the North American sliding door product portfolio strategy* Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning through Voice of Customer and market analysis.* Develop Market Requirement Specifications (MRS) for new products and enhancements.* Build clear and compelling business cases to support product investments.* Statistical market sensing and analysis to reflect the voice of the customer and market requirements.Product Lifecycle Management* Own the North and South American product roadmap aligned with global platform strategies* Manage the full product lifecycle from ideation to phase-out* Ensure alignment between regional market needs and global product development.Commercial Excellence* Lead product launches in North America, including pricing, positioning, and value proposition.* Support Sales and Marketing with training, tools, and communication concepts.* Contribute to achieving sales and profitability targets.Cross-Functional Collaboration* Act as a key interface between Product Management, R&D, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain.* Collaborate closely with global teams on platforms, innovations, and future portfolio development.* Drive feedback loops from customers, sales, and field performance into product improvements.**What we are looking for**Experience* Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. MBA a plus.* Several years of experience in Product Management or commercial roles in technical products.* Proven experience in defining product requirements, managing product lifecycles, and building business cases.* Experience in building products, access solutions, or automation systems is an advantage.Skills & Competencies* Strong commercial mindset with the ability to translate market needs into product solutions.* Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability.* Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence without formal authority .* Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.* A proactive “can-do” attitude with a results-driven approach.Additional Requirements* Fluent in English (spoken and written), all other languages are helpful.* International experience a plus.* Willingness to travel across North America.**We are the ASSA ABLOY Group** Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and digital – safer, more secure, and easier to access.As an employer, we value results – not titles or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions, supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow locally, regionally, or even internationally.We are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams and value different perspectives and experiences.**Apply now**If you are passionate about shaping product portfolios, understanding customer needs, and driving business success in North America, we look forward to receiving your application.**We are the ASSA ABLOY Group** Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.Application dueNo due dateFunctionProject/Program ManagementExperience levelMid-senior levelOffice presenceOnsiteLocationMonroe, North Carolina, United States