Product Manager - WAVE

About Us: Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE) is a joint venture formed by Worthington Industries and Armstrong World Industries. We focus on developing innovative ceiling solutions and are dedicated to offering superior products and outstanding customer service. At WAVE, we value innovation, collaboration, and growth, and we offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Product Manager to join our Sales & Marketing team. This role involves developing and implementing the growth strategy for WAVE products within the Americas vertical. Responsibilities include conducting market research, driving product innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and launch. The candidate will manage the product lifecycle, monitor performance metrics, and effectively communicate with stakeholders. Additional responsibilities involve overseeing product roadmaps, ensuring regulatory compliance, streamlining the product portfolio, and supporting the integration of acquired product lines and merger and acquisition activities.

Responsibilities:

• Product Vision and Strategy: Develop and own the product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer needs.
• Market Knowledge: Conduct market research to understand segmentation, customers, market size, and competitors, as well as monitor regulatory and legislative policies.
• Industry Leadership: Determine long-term annual revenue/growth goals for market segments and own industry operational plans.
• Drive Innovation: Develop strategies for new product development and establish multi-generation product plans for ceiling integration.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the product line's life cycle from launch until phase out, including integrating acquired product lines and M&A activity.
• Market Research and Customer Visits: Conduct quality audits and market research supported by customer visits.
• Compliance and Technical Validation: Ensure products are sold in accordance with current requirements and validate technical information.
• Product Roadmap and Simplification: Develop and implement product roadmaps and simplify the product offering.
• Market Incubation: Create growth opportunities focusing on system-based solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Product Manager or similar role.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Experience in the data center and containment market is preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory and legislative policies.
• Strong project management and strategic thinking skills.
• Knowledge of specific software or tools used in product development and lifecycle management.

Desired Experience & Certificates:

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• 5-10 years of success in selling commercial building products.
• PMP, Certified Data Center Infrastructure Specialist, Certified Product Manager (CPM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM).
• Familiarity with commercial ceiling products and sales channels.

Why join Us? At WAVE, we believe in investing in our people. We offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance with options for additional coverage.
• Generous Vacation: Ample paid time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Rewarding Commissions Structure: Our plan incentives your hard work and dedication with quarterly payouts
• 401(K) Plan: Retirement savings plan with a competitive company match.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and remote work options to support your lifestyle.
• Employee Assistance Program: Resources to help you navigate your personal and professional life.

Team Culture: At WAVE, we foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and a passion for delivering outstanding results. We encourage open communication, mutual respect, and support for each other's growth and success. Joining WAVE means becoming part of a dynamic team that celebrates achievements, values diverse perspectives, and works together to achieve common goals.

WAVE is an equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, and discipline decisions are based on job-related qualifications, abilities, and performance. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by federal, state, or local law.