What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager- Fixtures position at Gerber Plumbing Fixtures?
Reporting To: Director of Product Management – Fixtures
Role Location: Woodridge, IL (Hybrid)
Travel: Up to 25% - including international
About Our Company
Gerber is proudly celebrating over 90 years of manufacturing tried and true, high-quality kitchen and bathroom plumbing products. We earn the trust of trade professionals and homeowners alike who find value in products that have both style and substance–performing without exception for years to come, all while being surprisingly affordable.
Who We Are
At Globe Union/Gerber, we live by our core values—Humility, Enthusiasm, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Transparency. As a Product Manager, you will:
Position Summary
The Product Manager will lead the lifecycle management of vitreous china sinks, toilets, and related accessories, focusing on new product development, market and competitive analysis, and sales support. As the "Product Champion," you will drive product strategy, from concept through launch and ongoing lifecycle management, ensuring alignment with customer needs and company goals. Success in this role requires cross-cultural communication skills, experience in multi-national environments, and adherence to our core values of Humility, Enthusiasm, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Transparency.
Responsibilities
Role Location: Woodridge, IL (Hybrid)
Travel: Up to 25% - including international
About Our Company
Gerber is proudly celebrating over 90 years of manufacturing tried and true, high-quality kitchen and bathroom plumbing products. We earn the trust of trade professionals and homeowners alike who find value in products that have both style and substance–performing without exception for years to come, all while being surprisingly affordable.
Who We Are
At Globe Union/Gerber, we live by our core values—Humility, Enthusiasm, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Transparency. As a Product Manager, you will:
- Show Humility: Value input from all team members and recognize opportunities for growth.
- Be Enthusiastic: Embrace challenges and continuously seek to deepen your business knowledge.
- Take Accountability: Own your work and commitments, and proactively address challenges.
- Be Resourceful: Prioritize effectively, leverage resources, and collaborate for maximum impact.
- Practice Transparency: Communicate openly, seek clarity, and uphold integrity in all interactions.
Position Summary
The Product Manager will lead the lifecycle management of vitreous china sinks, toilets, and related accessories, focusing on new product development, market and competitive analysis, and sales support. As the "Product Champion," you will drive product strategy, from concept through launch and ongoing lifecycle management, ensuring alignment with customer needs and company goals. Success in this role requires cross-cultural communication skills, experience in multi-national environments, and adherence to our core values of Humility, Enthusiasm, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Transparency.
Responsibilities
- Product Vision & Strategy: Define and execute product strategies across multiple channels (wholesale, retail, e-commerce), ensuring alignment with company goals and customer needs. Assist in developing and maintaining product roadmaps and differentiation strategies.
- Customer Advocacy: Act as the voice of the customer, gathering feedback and ensuring it drives product development and business decisions. Collaborate with support teams to enhance the user experience.
- New Product Development: Lead the development and launch of new products, working closely with global teams. Innovate by enhancing existing products and exploring new market opportunities.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate teamwork across technical, sales, marketing, and customer service teams to ensure cohesive product execution.
- Lifecycle & Portfolio Management: Manage product lifecycles, conduct regular portfolio reviews, and oversee product discontinuations and transitions.
- Pricing & Financial Analysis: Conduct market research to inform pricing strategies and monitor product performance using financial data and sales trends.
- Communication & Presentation: Present product plans, market insights, and updates to internal teams and stakeholders. Foster open and transparent communication across the organization
- Flexibility to perform other duties as required
- Bachelor’s degree in product development, marketing, business, or engineering preferred.
- 6-8 years in product management, ideally with durable consumer goods.
- Experience working in multi-national companies and cross-cultural environments.
- Strong business and financial acumen.
- Project management and technical competence in product specifications.
- Proficiency in MS Office, excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility, initiative, and a commitment to excellence.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Demonstrates a “roll up your sleeves” initiative to get the job done
- Willingness to cooperate and accept added responsibilities
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