What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager, Window Treatments, Go to Market Strategist, Full Product Lifecycle position at Vantage Point Recruiters, LLC.?
Product Manager, Window Treatments, Go to Market Strategist, Full Product Lifecycle
Muskegon, WI
Competitive Salary [about $100K] Full Benefits, World Class Corporation - HYBRID
Job Summary: The Product Manager for Commercial Window Treatments will be responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset, strong market research skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative and competitive product solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Strategy & Roadmap: Define and execute the product vision and strategy for privacy curtains and commercial window treatments, aligning with company goals and customer needs. Develop and maintain a product roadmap to prioritize features, enhancements, and launches.
- Market Research & Analysis: Conduct market research to identify customer preferences, industry trends, and competitive landscape. Use insights to inform product development and positioning.
- Product Development: Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to develop high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective privacy curtains and commercial window treatments. Ensure products meet performance, aesthetic, and regulatory standards.
- Go-to-Market Planning: Partner with marketing and sales teams to create effective launch strategies, including pricing, positioning, and promotional campaigns. Develop product collateral, training materials, and customer-facing content.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with supply chain, quality assurance, and customer support teams to ensure seamless production, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
- Performance Monitoring: Track product performance metrics (e.g., sales, customer feedback, profitability) and iterate on products based on data-driven insights. Identify opportunities for product improvements or new offerings.
- Customer Advocacy: Act as the voice of the customer within the organization, ensuring products address pain points, deliver value. Gather, analyze customer feedback for future iterations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 3 years of product management experience, preferably in commercial manufacturing, textiles, or window treatments.
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing commercial products.
- Strong understanding of product development processes, including design, manufacturing, and supply chain management.
- Excellent analytical skills with experience using data to drive decisions (e.g., market analysis, sales data, customer feedback).
- Familiarity with window treatment industry trends, materials (e.g., fabrics, motorized systems), and sustainability practices is a plus.
- Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., Stage-Gate Process Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Skills: Experience with B2B product strategies in a manufacturing setting.
- Knowledge of commercial privacy textiles, healthcare design trends, and commercial roller shade fabrics.
- Passion for commercial design trends and understanding market needs.
Candidate Details: 5 to 7 years’ experience/Seniority Level - Associate
Management Experience Required – No/Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
CONTACT/SEND RESUME:
Bill Marek - CEO
407.541.7816
bmarek@vprecruiters.com
WWW.VPRECRUITERS.COM
Salary : $96,000 - $103,000
