Product Manager – Siding, Trim & Windows

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead product planning and execution throughout the product life cycle, including capturing the voice of the customer across channels and end users, defining product strategy, and implementing the product vision.
• Partner with the Marketing team to develop product and marketing strategies for the Siding segment within the Westlake Royal Building Products portfolio.
• Provide clear, effective, and timely communication to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility for assigned product lines.
• Ensure annual sales and profitability targets are met or exceeded.
• Establish strategic pricing for new products and serve as an advisor to Sales on pricing negotiations.
• Lead product and project management activities within the Stage-Gate process for new product development.
• Manage pre-launch activities for new products, including beta jobs and early-stage initiatives coordinated with Sales.
• Lead and support cross-functional teams, including representatives from Manufacturing, R&D, Finance, Sales, and other key functions.
• Gather market intelligence, competitive intelligence, industry news, and other market indicators, and share insights broadly across the organization.
• Represent assigned products at industry trade shows, customer events, and internal and external training sessions.
• Participate in annual budget development and manage forecasts, spending, and variances for projects and activities related to assigned product lines.
• Travel up to 25% as required.

Educational and Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of five years of marketing, sales, product management, or related experience required; Stage-Gate process experience is a plus.
• Proven track record of success in a fast-paced, energetic work environment.
• Previous experience with premium or high-end products required; building materials experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently while holding self and others accountable for results through disciplined execution, particularly in a team environment.
• Effective project management skills and a solid understanding of marketing principles.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, sales reporting tools, and web-based applications required.
• Working knowledge of graphics software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, walk, use hands to touch, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, as the role is normally based in an office setting.
• Some work may be required in operating units, where the use of required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and hearing protection, may be necessary.
• The role may also involve exposure to outside elements and require the use of stairs and elevators.
• Travel, including air and automobile travel, may occasionally be required.