YKK AP America Inc. · 1 month ago
PRODUCT MANAGER - RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS & DOORS
YKK AP America Inc. is a company committed to providing value and fairness to its customers and employees. The Product Portfolio Manager is responsible for driving the strategy, positioning, and lifecycle management of residential window and door product lines, ensuring alignment with customer needs and market trends.
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Responsibilities
Develop and influence product strategy in partnership with sales and manufacturing leadership by applying independent judgment and market expertise to define the residential window and door product line roadmap
Analyze and interpret market intelligence (including Voice of Customer and competitor data) to identify opportunities for product innovation, improvement, and differentiation
Lead the creation of comprehensive business cases for new products and lifecycle management, incorporating financial analysis, market justification, and cross-functional input to support executive decision-making
Collaborate strategically with sales and marketing communications to shape product positioning, messaging, and supporting materials that align with business objectives and market demands
Monitor and evaluate market dynamics, competitive landscape, and customer trends to proactively recommend strategic adjustments to product and marketing initiatives
Serve as a subject matter expert for new product development by defining market requirements, validating concepts, and supporting successful commercialization activities
Design and deliver training content and communication materials to ensure sales teams are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to promote new or updated products effectively
Perform other strategic or analytical duties as assigned in support of the company’s growth and profitability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, engineering, or a related field required; a combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills will be considered
3–6 years of experience in product management, product marketing, or a related strategic role within the residential window, door, or building materials industry
Strong understanding of dealer and builder channels and their influence on product adoption, sales, and market growth
Proven ability to interpret market insights and translate them into effective product strategies and recommendations
Skilled collaborator who works independently while partnering across sales, marketing communications, and product development
Strategic and analytical thinker with excellent communication and presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with tools for product lifecycle management, pricing analysis, or market research
Able to travel up to 25%
Company
YKK AP America Inc.
YKK AP America is the North American arm of the global YKK AP Group—an innovation-driven, award-winning manufacturer of commercial façade systems and residential windows and doors.
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