Product Manager - Adhesives

Altenloh, Brinck & Co. US, Inc.; Bryan (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee medical, dental, and VIS

Eligible to participate in the Company

Employee referral ($2,000)

Company match 401k @ 6 months

PTO

Job summary

Altenloh, Brinck & Co. US, Inc. is seeking a Product Manager to lead portfolio strategy and drive growth across our engineered fastening solutions.

You will translate market insights into cohesive strategies, collaborate with product development, sales, marketing, and manufacturing, and balance short-term execution with long-term planning. The role requires 5+ years in product management or related fields, experience in building materials is preferred, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant

Qualifications

• 5+ years product management, sales, marketing, or related experience.
• Experience in construction fasteners, adhesives, and building materials industry preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in product management/marketing/engineering or related technical field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the execution of assigned product category strategies.
• Establish short- and long-term category objectives to support goals.
• Drive annual sales, margin, and product mix targets in collaboration with sales.
• Manage product lifecycle, enhancements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Develop business cases for new product opportunities including ROI analysis.
• Lead new product development projects from concept to launch.

Skills

Product management

Cross-functional collaboration

Sales

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in product management/marketing/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Purpose and Culture

At Altenloh, Brinck & Co. US, we create opportunity through growth – for the people who build, the teams who support them, and the communities they serve. We design and manufacture engineered fastening solutions that professionals trust to perform – solutions that make work safer, stronger, and more efficient. Through innovation, quality, and disciplined execution, we deliver products that stand behind the structures people rely on most.

Description

At Altenloh, Brinck & Co. US, we create opportunity through growth – for the people who build, the teams who support them, and the communities they serve. We design and manufacture engineered fastening solutions that professionals trust to perform – solutions that make work safer, stronger, and more efficient. Through innovation, quality, and disciplined execution, we deliver products that stand behind the structures people rely on most.

Our culture is guided by values that shape how we work and lead:

• In Service to Others – We put teammates, customers, and communities first.
• Do the Right Thing – We act with integrity, even when no one is watching.
• We Get It Done – We deliver on commitments with urgency, grit, and pride.
• Empowerment – We trust and equip each other to make decisions that drive progress.
• Be Positive – We bring energy and optimism to every challenge.

Basic Job Functions

Altenloh, Brinck & Co. US, Inc. manufactures and distributes engineered fasteners and adhesives under the SPAX® brand for the construction market, TRUFAST® for the commercial roofing industry and TRUFAST Walls ® for exterior building envelopes and facades. The Product Manager, with the support of the department head, leads the management and performance of the product portfolio to deliver on the company’s strategic and financial objectives. This role serves as the voice of the customer, translating market insights, customer needs, and business requirements into cohesive strategies that drive growth. This role collaborates cross-functionally with product development, sales, marketing, manufacturing, and other key stakeholders to manage the product portfolio effectively and deliver competitive, innovative solutions that meet market and customer needs. The Product Manager balances short-term execution with long-term portfolio and roadmap planning, continuously evaluating portfolio performance and identifying opportunities for improvement, innovation, and growth.

Our Benefits Include

• Free employee medical, dental, and vision insurance @ 30 days
• Eligible to participate in the Company's incentive plan
• Employee referral ($2,000)
• Company match 401k @ 6 months
• PTO

Essential Responsibilities

Portfolio Strategy & Management

• Develop and lead the execution of assigned product category strategies, focusing on growth and competitive position, in collaboration with other product managers, and with support from the department head
• Establish strategic short and long-term category objectives to support corporate goals and organizational vision
• Drive the achievement of annual financial goals including sales, gross margin, COGS, market share, pricing, and product mix through close collaboration with the sales team
• Manage product and portfolio lifecycle activities, including new opportunity identification, product enhancements, service improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and rationalization decisions
• Develop, evaluate, and communicate business cases for strategic initiatives and new product opportunities, including ROI analysis, target customer segments, and key milestones
• Lead new product development projects, guide cross-functional teams and manage execution from concept through launch, with each function accountable for its respective deliverables
• Serve as the category subject matter expert, providing market insight and technical guidance to support sales and cross-functional decision making
• Act as the primary liaison between external stakeholders (sales teams, strategic accounts) and internal partners (operations, quality, and other cross-functional teams)
• Utilize established strategy development and stage-gate processes to develop and execute category strategy, including prioritized actions, timelines, and ownership

Analysis & Support

• Monitor and analyze customers, market trends, emerging opportunities, technology developments, regulatory changes, and competitive activity to inform product strategy, including potential product enhancements, applications, and installation methods
• Partner with marketing by providing data, technical content, and insights to guide product communications, positioning, messaging, point-of-purchase materials, packaging, sales support tools, literature, demonstrations, instructional materials, and website content
• Develop and maintain competitive value propositions across the portfolio, providing actionable insights to guide pricing decisions and margin optimization
• Support production planning and the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process by providing market insights to optimize product availability and inventory levels
• Communicate directly with customers to address highly technical inquiries and support sales, marketing, and operations teams with product knowledge, training materials, and technical expertise
• Maintain professional and technical expertise by attending workshops and trade shows, building networks, and participating in industry associations

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Position Requirements

Experience

• 5+ years product management, sales, marketing, or related experience
• Experience in construction fasteners, adhesives, and building materials industry preferred

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in product management/marketing/engineering or related technical field

Required Skills/Competencies

• Competent in polyurethane adhesives chemistry and processing
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Hands-on, self-motivated mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and professional growth
• Proficiency with standard business software, including Microsoft Office
• Experience or knowledge of building materials industry, including relevant building codes and technical requirements, is preferred

Travel

• Travel (10-20%) to customers, trade shows, industry meetings, etc.

Physical Requirements

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.