Description
stage gate
market analysis
sap data
launch materials
project management
customer visits
The Product Manager is accountable for planning and executing the product line throughout its lifecycle, guiding projects through the Stage Gate process, gathering and prioritizing requirements, and aligning outcomes with RWC’s strategic objectives. This role works closely with engineering, marketing, sales, operations, and finance to drive revenue growth, market expansion, and customer satisfaction.
- Develop and execute product and category strategies aligned with business goals.
- Lead assigned projects through the Stage Gate process from concept to commercialization.
- Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Manage new product development, product changes, and discontinuations.
- Define and maintain product data within SAP.
- Provide direction for marketing collateral, pricing, and launch materials.
- Act as cross‑functional leader for projects, ensuring milestone completion and quality.
- Support field visits and customer interactions to gather Voice of Customer (VOC).
- Lead multiple projects and solve complex issues.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships.
Requirements
bachelor's
mba
product management
excel
sap
tableau
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, with an MBA viewed favorably, and brings at least three years of product management experience in a fast‑paced, high‑SKU setting, preferably within the plumbing, construction materials, or building industry. They must demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and influencing abilities, coupled with exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, is required, along with familiarity with SAP, sales reporting platforms such as Tableau or Phocas, and the Stage Gate methodology for project management.
The position involves 30‑35 % travel for customer visits, industry events, trade shows, and trips to other RWC facilities, while the primary work setting is an office environment. The role demands the ability to sit and stand for extended periods and to perform duties safely, leveraging good vision, hearing, speech, and motor skills.
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
- Minimum 3 years product manager experience in fast‑paced, high‑SKU environment.
- Experience in plumbing, construction materials, or building industry preferred.
- Collaborative teamwork and inter‑departmental communication skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication to create stakeholder buy‑in.
- Ability to influence cross‑functional teams without formal authority.
- Excellent organization, priority setting, and time management to meet deadlines.
- Adaptability to change in a rapidly evolving market.
- Strong data collection and analytical skills.
- Strong listening and diagnostic skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Understanding of SAP, sales reporting tools (Tableau, Phocas), Stage Gate process, and project management.
- Travel 30‑35% for customer visits, industry events, trade shows, and other facilities.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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