Strategic Product Manager, Finishing Solutions

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC.; Osseo (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC. Osseo, Wisconsin, is hiring a Product Manager to shape strategy, drive innovation, and deliver products that impact customers and the business.

You will own roadmaps, balance customer needs with budgets, and guide cross-functional teams to successful product development. You will develop pricing strategies, forecast sales, and collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to keep products competitive and profitable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience managing new product development, product enhancements, or technical solutions.
• Experience developing sales forecasts and pricing strategies that drive revenue growth and improve margins.
• Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other business teams.
• Proven ability to develop product roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and deliver products on time while balancing budgets, customer requirements, and available resources.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple products and initiatives simultaneously.
• Understanding of product lifecycle management, market trends, competitive positioning, and customer expectations.
• Project management training or certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) is a plus.
• Commitment to continuous professional development in product lifecycle management, roadmap planning, project management, or cross-functional leadership.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities with customers and translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to develop new products, product enhancements, and technical solutions that meet customer and business needs.
• Develop and communicate quality plans for new and existing products and support implementation across the organization.
• Provide technical guidance and product training to Sales and Customer Service teams to ensure they can effectively support customers.
• Participate in product training sessions, customer presentations, tradeshows, and industry events to promote products and share technical expertise.
• Develop and maintain product documentation, user guides, technical specifications, product metrics, and sales and marketing materials.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Design, and Testing teams to define product requirements and ensure successful product development.
• Communicate product updates, enhancements, and roadmap priorities to internal stakeholders and key customers.
• Support the product lifecycle by monitoring product performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Assist with escalated customer issues by providing technical expertise and product support when needed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Influence cross-functional teams to drive product initiatives and achieve business objectives.

Skills

Product development

Forecasting & Pricing

Cross-functional work

Roadmap planning

Project management

Lifecycle management

PM certification

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC. Osseo, Wisconsin, is hiring a Product Manager to shape strategy, drive innovation, and deliver products that impact customers and the business.

You will own roadmaps, balance customer needs with budgets, and guide cross-functional teams to successful product development. You will develop pricing strategies, forecast sales, and collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to keep products competitive and profitable.