Product Manager

At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe. Our products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high-performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.

About the role

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Product Manager to manage assigned product lines and support portfolio growth through market analysis, product lifecycle management, commercialization activities, and cross-functional leadership. This role serves as the business owner for assigned products and is accountable for supporting product performance, market competitiveness, customer alignment, and operational execution. The Product Manager works within a matrix organization and collaborates closely with Sales, Marketing, Technical, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Leadership teams to execute portfolio strategies, improve profitability, support commercialization efforts, and address market opportunities. This role requires balancing strategic thinking with strong operational execution and cross-functional coordination. The Product Manager is expected to develop a deep understanding of customers, applications, competitive positioning, manufacturing processes, sourcing considerations, and business performance drivers within assigned product categories.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the day-to-day business owner for assigned product lines and portfolio segments.
• Monitors and analyzes product performance including sales, profitability, growth trends, pricing, and market position.
• Supports development and execution of product line strategies aligned with business objectives and market opportunities.
• Coordinates cross-functional activities related to product lifecycle management, commercialization, pricing, sourcing, and portfolio optimization.
• Conducts market, customer, and competitive analysis to identify opportunities, risks, and emerging trends.
• Maintains and develops competitive intelligence and product positioning knowledge for assigned markets and applications.
• Partners with Sales and Marketing teams to support product positioning, customer engagement, training, and commercial initiatives.
• Collaborates with Technical, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to support product quality, sourcing, operational alignment, and issue resolution.
• Supports new product development and commercialization efforts including opportunity assessment, business case development, product launches, and lifecycle planning.
• Participates in voice-of-customer activities and develops understanding of customer needs, market drivers, and application requirements.
• Assists in development and implementation of pricing strategies and product portfolio recommendations.
• Evaluates product-related opportunities, requests, and issues using sound business judgment and cross-functional input.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives related to portfolio complexity, operational efficiency, and customer value.
• Develops increasing technical, operational, and commercial expertise within assigned product areas.
• Leads or participates in product management projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Technical, or related field required.
• 3–7 years of experience in product management, strategic marketing, sales, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or related business functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
• Experience working within cross-functional or matrix organizations preferred.
• Manufacturing or industrial business experience preferred.
• Experience working with ERP, CRM, business intelligence, or product management systems preferred.

Skills

To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:

• Do What’s Right
  • Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
  • Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus, and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
  • Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values, and we hold respect for all individuals.
• Work Together
  • Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
  • Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.
• Create Solutions
  • Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
  • Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
  • Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

Benefits

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Volunteer time off (VTO)
  • Paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

Schedule

Travel requirements will vary based on assigned product lines and business needs. Expected travel may include customer visits, plant visits, industry events, training activities, and commercial meetings.