Job Description:Introduction:At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities.Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.Team Overview:The Commercial Marketing team is responsible for product management and marketing all aspects of commercial roofing system products. The team interacts with a multitude of departments including R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Creative, Digital, Finance, Sales, and numerous external vendors as well as customers. All members of the team are considered to be subject matter experts and have a strong cross functional knowledge of the entire product offering.Summary:We are seeking a Sr Product Manager to join our Commercial Marketing team and support the effort to manage our portfolio of Siplast insulation and cover boards. The marketing team is responsible for product and brand management. The group develops business to business marketing strategy and is heavily involved in hands-on general management and execution in the manufacturing industry. Siplast/GAF performance culture and relatively flat organization give tremendous opportunity to make a difference and deliver impact with a relatively high degree of autonomy in a lean and fast-paced environment. Insulation is a high growth area for Siplast and the Product Manager will be responsible for the day to day management of the category and implementing the strategy. The categories include insulation, cover boards, and lightweight insulated concrete.Essential Duties:Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
New Product Development: work cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, and Sales to identify and execute new product introductions. Multiple new product introductions expected on an annual basis.
Ability to position multiple technologies across the product offering
Be responsible for working with contractors, technical team, and training teams to qualify new products
Work with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to identify new application methods for products
Work closely with Sales and customers to evaluate opportunities to grow sales within the current product offering
Overseethedevelopmentandimplementationoftrainingmaterialsincludingvideos,brochures, presentations and web pages
Work with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to ensure there’s steady supply of product while minimizing risk,
Maintain cross functional team alignment on strategic projects - R&D, Codes, Marketing, Purchasing, Innovation, MDM, Manufacturing, Sales
Workcloselywithcrossfunctionalteamstoensurethealldocumentationincludingpackaging, websites, and all other product information is up to date
Marketing Management: develop a strategic marketing agenda; apply creativity and flair to realize agenda through promotions, videos, literature and samples, advertising, and merchandising.
BusinessReviewandOptimization:identifyandrealizebusinessimprovementsonenhancementof mix and profitability
The position provides an ideal platform to build either a marketing or general management career and has been created to identify and develop candidates with long-term leadership potential. Prior holders of this position have enjoyed meaningful long-term career paths in marketing, the opportunity to work in other functional disciplines, and success in broader general management roles within the company.
Under This Roof, We Require
5+ years of experience in product management or sales experience in the building materials industry. Commitment and passion to apply this experience in a business to business marketing setting
Bachelor's Degree
Self-starter and a fast learner, natural leader, collaborative, and possess extremely strong interpersonal-skills
Abilitytopresentandinterfacedirectlywiththesalesteamandcustomers
Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
Ability to travel up to 30%
Under This Roof, We Also Value
Experience in commercial roofing is preferred
MBA preferred
How We Protect What Matters Most
We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
Professionalgrowthanddevelopmentareveryimportanttous!Weofferinternaltrainingprograms and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.Annual Salary Range: 120,000-165,000We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).Privacy Policy (https://www.gaf.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-and-legal/privacy-policy) CA Privacy Applicant Notice (https://www.gaf.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-and-legal/applicant-privacy-notice)With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.