Product Manager - Adjacencies

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Deerfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Adoption benefits

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations seeks a Product Manager to support Moen B2C lines, focusing on adjacencies that meet customer and business needs. You will shape product strategies, pricing, and channels while collaborating across teams to drive growth and profitability.

You will partner with Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain to develop launches, pricing models, and customer materials. Travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, engineering, or related field required.
• 3+ years of product management in manufacturing or consumer durables.
• Experience with stage-gate product development and business-case forecasts.
• Strong P&L, pricing strategy, and margin optimization knowledge.
• Proficient in analyzing POS data, market share and consumer insights.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and retail partners.
• Experience with cross-functional teamwork in engineering, supply chain, marketing and sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic product plans aligning pricing, distribution and promotions with long-term goals.
• Guide new product development and innovations through the stage-gate process.
• Analyze consumer, customer, competitive, and POS data to shape strategy.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to create selling stories and launch plans.
• Build relationships with external customers to identify category growth opportunities.
• Work with Revenue Growth Management, Sales, Analytics and Finance to assess channel dynamics.

Skills

Product management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Pricing strategy

Market research

Financial analysis

Stakeholder influence

Retail/customer partnerships

Technical product concepts

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

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

MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations (NYSE: FBIN) is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company with a portfolio of trusted brands, including Moen, House of Rohl, Therma-Tru, Larson, Master Lock, Yale residential, and Sentry Safe.

We are building a company that is determined to win, and we are clear about how: strong brands, great people, and disciplined execution.

You'll join a team that puts customers first, keeps its commitments, and cuts through complexity to deliver meaningful results.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact and help shape what's next for our iconic brands, we'd love to meet you.

As a Product Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the growth and success of assigned product lines within the Moen B2C business, with a focus on adjacency opportunities that contribute to broader business goals. You will help shape product strategies by aligning product offerings, channels, and pricing in ways that meet both customer and business needs.

We value individuals who can Think Fast, thoughtfully using insights and data to guide decisions; Work It Together, building strong, trust-based relationships and collaborating across teams; and Make the Hard Call, approaching decisions with care, consideration, and a balanced perspective.

POSITION LOCATION:This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of our Headquarters office inDeerfield, IL.The campus offers vibrant workspaces for collaboration, along with amenities for dining, onsite daycare, fitness and recreation.

What you will be doing:

• Support the development of strategic product plans by aligning pricing, distribution, and promotional approaches with long-term business goals to support sustainable revenue and market growth.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to guide new product development and innovation initiatives through the full stage-gate process.
• Analyze consumer, customer, competitive, and POS data to identify growth opportunities and shape product strategy.
• Partner with Marketing and Sales teams to develop compelling selling stories, launch plans, and customer-facing materials.
• Build collaborative relationships with external customers by sharing insights and helping identify opportunities for category growth.
• Work closely with Revenue Growth Management, Sales, Analytics, and Finance teams to better understand channel dynamics and evaluate pricing strategies.
• Contribute to go-to-market approaches by sharing perspectives and helping guide product and business decisions.
• Collaborate with Operations, including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality, to support product launches and monitor ongoing product performance.
• Advocate for the voice of the customer by developing a deep understanding of customer needs, preferences, and market trends.
• Communicate product strategies and priorities clearly and thoughtfully to a variety of stakeholders.
• Support sales teams through training, participation in industry events, and ongoing engagement with partners and associations.
• Partner with Brand, Channel Marketing, Digital, and Commercialization teams to co-create marketing materials and promotional strategies.
• Conduct market, consumer, and competitive research and translate insights into actionable product and business strategies.
• Review product-related communications to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams and external partners on product offerings and updates.
• Maintain regular, supportive communication with field sales teams, including occasional travel (approximately 15%).
• Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of product management experience in manufacturing, consumer durables, or a directly related industry.
• Experience supporting new product development initiatives from concept through launch using a stage-gate or similar product development process.
• Experience developing business cases, forecasts, and financial analyses.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, pricing strategy, and margin optimization.
• Experience analyzing POS, market share, and consumer data to drive business decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Experience working directly with major retail customers or channel partners.
• Ability to understand technical product concepts and help translate them into clear customer value.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to support collaborative decision-making.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, marketing, and sales.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA or advanced degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Experience with both B2C and B2B product environments.
• Background in building products, home improvement, or durable goods.
• Familiarity with connected product technologies or smart home categories.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $90,000 USD - $130,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com .

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.