Product Manager, Above Grade Waterproofing

What's the job? To lead the strategic growth and innovation of the Above Grade Waterproofing (Liquid waterproofing and Air Barrier) products within the Building Envelope portfolio by aligning market insights with business growth strategy through cross-functional collaboration, and product development initiatives --ultimately driving profitability and strengthening CertainTeed & GCP's leadership in the building envelope industry. The role demands strong technical expertise, market insights and leadership to drive innovation and deliver sustainable growth. Function as the Subject Matter Expert on Product & Target Markets Be an internal & external product subject matter expert; develop technical training and sales tools. Partner with R&D and technical teams to ensure product compliance, testing, and performance standards (e.g., NFPA 285, ASTM). Be Lead Product Portfolio Strategy & Execution including Growth Enablers Define and execute product portfolio strategy aligned with business objectives, focusing on technical performance and market differentiation. Own the full product lifecycle --from ideation and development to commercialization and end-of-life decisions. Executive Reporting & Prioritization: Drive strategic recommendations for prioritization decisions based on evolving market conditions to ensure alignment and timely execution. Profitability analysis and improvement initiatives Innovation & New Product Development: Drive new product development initiatives and be a partner the project manager during the Stage-Gate processes for technical validation and commercial launch. Spearhead cross-functional initiatives that enrich our portfolio and expand market reach - ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and customer needs.Explore Saint-Gobain synergies in the liquid categories, including technology transfers of resin flooring and sealants from recent acquisitions. Market Intelligence: Conduct competitive analysis, trend monitoring, and customer feedback to inform product positioning and pricing. Enable Customer-Facing Positioning & Marketing Communications Establish value proposition with customer-obsessed positioning and messaging architecture Support go-to-market and channel tactics Lead demand generation ideas and sales enablement requirements Partner with Marketing to develop Segment landing pages and collateral Case studies, application notes, white papers, webinars/lectures, and thought leadership Trade show strategy, speaking opportunities, PR angles Sales enablement kits Enable Customer-Facing Positioning & Marketing Communications Establish value proposition with customer-obsessed positioning and messaging architecture Support go-to-market and channel tactics Lead demand generation ideas and sales enablement requirements Partner with Marketing to develop Segment landing pages and collateral Case studies, application notes, white papers, webinars/lectures, and thought leadership Trade show strategy, speaking opportunities, PR angles Sales enablement kits Operational Coordination: Work with Supply Chain on efficient inventory management, SKU stocking levels and national forecasts. SLOB management - Slow moving and obsolescence management throughout the product life cycle. What do you bring? EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree In Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field Required - REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 3 - 4 Years of Product Management Ability to combine technical depth with strategic vision Experience successfully managing deadline-driven initiatives Strong problem-solving skills- - Naturally curious to uncover the mystery Strong leadership, project management skills, time management and prioritization abilities Digital Fluency & communication skills: English (writing + speaking), day-to-day business tools including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Copilot productivity tools --able to create compelling presentations, manage data efficiently, and collaborate seamlessly across teams. Comfortable in a highly technical environment liquid waterproofing and/or air barrier experience is required - PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Experience in building envelope. Familiarity with building codes, energy standards, and sustainability requirements is preferred Experience navigating in a large matrix organization What are our perks? Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs - Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work. Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options LiveWell Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality. 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want - Group Legal Identity Theft Protection Auto and Home Insurance Pet Insurance and Discounts Back-up Child & Elder Care PerkSpot Employee Discount Progra m Why work for us? Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan, "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings. - A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world's largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. 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