The client is looking for a Product Manager to oversee their sink product portfolio in the U.S. market. This role aims to ensure sink products meet customer needs, comply with standards, and drive business growth by combining technical development with market strategy.
Requirements
- Strong background in sinks, ceramics, solid surface, composites, or mineral castings.
- Knowledge of U.S. building codes, compliance standards, and certification processes.
- Experience with leading brands (e.g., Kohler, Moen, Delta, Blanco, Roca, Duravit, Villeroy & Boch, Ideal Standard, Marmite) is a strong advantage.
- Proven success in market analysis, product strategy, and lifecycle management.
- Familiarity with PLM systems and data analysis tools.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and validation of new sink products tailored for North America.
- Drive R&D initiatives in shapes, finishes, surface treatments, and assembly techniques.
- Manage the full lifecycle of sink products, from concept through launch and post-launch.
- Monitor product performance, pricing, and profitability, making adjustments as needed.
- Ensure sink products meet U.S. and Canadian certification requirements (e.g., cUPC, IAPMO, ANSI, ISO).
- Oversee quality control systems, material testing, and best practices for packaging and logistics.
- Support installation-friendly product design with a focus on durability and compliance.
Other
- 5+ years of experience in product management or development within kitchen & bath, sanitaryware, or building materials.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
- Fluent in English; able to collaborate in an international, fast-paced environment.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management experience.
- Hands-on, creative problem solver with both strategic and executional skills.
