Product Manager - Weather Barrier

About Kingspan Insulation North America

With its U.S. headquarters in Atlanta, GA, Kingspan Insulation is a leading manufacturer in energy efficiency and moisture management products, offering high-performance insulation, building wraps, and pre–insulated HVAC ductwork. Our vast product range includes optimum, premium, and high-performance rigid insulation products, which provide superior advantages over traditional insulation materials. Kingspan’s products are among the most thermally efficient and technically advanced insulation materials available.

We have a strong market presence and a proven track record of growth that continues to outpace industry trends. The opportunity for expansion in the weather barrier segment is significant, and this role plays a key part in unlocking that potential. Helping our team achieve its full capabilities will provide an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for the right leader.

At Kingspan, we are also deeply committed to sustainability through our Planet Passionate initiative—an ambitious, global program aimed at reducing carbon emissions, advancing circularity in materials, and enhancing water conservation. As part of our mission to create a better built environment, we are constantly innovating to develop more energy-efficient, lower-carbon, and environmentally responsible solutions for the construction industry.

You will enjoy the financial stability and security of a global company, while benefiting from the close-knit, collaborative, entrepreneurial environment of a smaller business. With our passionate and friendly culture, track record of growth, and outstanding benefits, you’ll want to stay at Kingspan Insulation for the long term.

Summary Description

The Product Manager – Weather Barrier Business is the CEO of the product, responsible for owning the entire product lifecycle—from ideation and development to launch and ongoing optimization—without direct reports. You will work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, R&D, operations, and supply chain to ensure Kingspan’s weather barrier solutions meet market demands, drive profitability, and align with sustainability and compliance goals.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the building materials industry, with a focus on driving product innovation, enhancing durability, and improving performance. You will be responsible for P&L management, developing accurate forecasts, and working closely with sales and marketing teams to drive demand generation. Additionally, you will collaborate with Kingspan Division R&D teams to bring new product and technology innovations tailored for the North American market.

As a key leader in the business, you will play a vital role in fostering Kingspan’s compliance culture, ensuring products meet industry regulations, building codes, and sustainability initiatives.

Essential Duties

• Develop and execute the product strategy and roadmap for weather barrier solutions, ensuring alignment with market trends, customer needs, and Kingspan’s overall goals.
• Lead new product development and commercialization efforts, ensuring products meet quality, regulatory, and sustainability objectives.
• Own P&L management, driving profitability, pricing strategies, and cost optimization.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and voice-of-customer (VOC) feedback to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of weather barrier products, from concept to launch to ongoing optimization.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue growth, market share, product margins, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop accurate demand forecasts and sales projections, ensuring alignment with inventory and production capabilities.
• Partner with Kingspan Division R&D teams to drive new product and technology innovations tailored for the North American market.
• Work closely with supply chain and operations to ensure efficient production, quality control, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to define and execute demand generation initiatives that drive awareness, adoption, and sales growth.
• Act as a key technical resource, providing support to sales teams, marketing, and customer inquiries.
• Partner with Insulation Division resources and sister companies to adopt new technologies and expand Kingspan’s product offerings.
• Lead efforts to promote Kingspan’s Planet Passionate initiatives, expanding the use of environmentally friendly materials and reducing carbon footprint.
• Utilize EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations) and HPDs (Health Product Declarations) to communicate sustainability benefits.
• Ensure product compliance with industry standards, building codes, and regulatory certifications (e.g., LEED, Cradle to Cradle, Passive House).
• Support KINA’s compliance efforts by participating in complaint investigations, internal audits, and product claims processes.
• Define and track success metrics, including product performance, market share, customer satisfaction, and sustainability impact.
• Use data-driven insights to continuously improve product offerings and strategic decision-making.
• Communicate product updates, roadmaps, and sustainability milestones to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for meetings, customer visits, industry events, and Kingspan site visits.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Education and/or Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Materials Science, Sustainability, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• 3-5 years of experience in product management, ideally within the building materials or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of building materials (e.g., insulation, roofing, flooring, concrete, adhesives), with a focus on product durability, performance, and sustainability.
• Experience managing P&L and achieving financial targets, including revenue and profitability.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain accurate forecasts and collaborate with sales and finance on demand planning.
  
  

Essential Qualifications

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with a strong focus on metrics and KPIs.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Experience with product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Aha!, Trello) is a plus.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with sustainable building materials or environmentally friendly construction products.
• Familiarity with building codes, regulatory standards, and certifications related to sustainable construction materials.
• Understanding of customer segments within the construction and home improvement sectors (e.g., contractors, architects, distributors).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically about product innovation and market differentiation.
• Experience with life cycle assessment (LCA) and carbon footprint analysis of products.
  
  

All Employees Have The Following Compliance Obligations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Product Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and markets demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.
• This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role and responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may evolve over time to meet business needs and strategic priorities.