Springs Window Fashions is hiring for a Senior Product Manager at our Middleton, WI Corporate Headquarters.

This is an onsite role with some hybrid flexibility however fully remote is not an option.

Springs Window Fashions has been part of the window treatments industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have over 9,000 associates worldwide. Our products are available in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of designer showrooms and showcased in large commercial buildings.

Our company is privately owned with products marketed across a broad portfolio of brands including Bali, Graber, SunSetter and Mecho. Our tagline is “the Best Experience Company.” And it’s more than just a set of words—it represents the essence of who we are. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates and team members, our consumers and end users, and our channel and business partners.

We are bringing new innovations to the market and have a lot to offer consumers who want to improve their home décor.

Job Overview

Product & Portfolio Management at SWF is a growing, dynamic, and fast-paced department providing a vital bridge between the innovators and the marketplace. The role spans many activities from strategic to tactical and those in the department regularly interact with nearly every other functional area within the organization – the hub of the company. Seventeen product lines and growing ensures plenty of opportunity for cross-training and growth within the department.

The Senior Product Manager role will encompass one or more of the larger and/or more complex product categories, requiring high level of organization, innovation, and business acumen. The Senior PM is ultimately the business manager with P&L responsibility for the assigned product line(s) and expected to work cross-functionally to drive profitable growth through consumer-centric innovation and efficient portfolio management.

Job Responsibilities

Annual Category Business Plan with 3-year roadmap highlighting best opportunities to grow the business across all residential channels; work in conjunction with SWFc who manages commercial portfolio of same category.

Own the P&L for the category, drive for both top line & bottom-line growth. Proactively identify sales and margin improvement through analysis of pricing and cost trends.

Identify gaps and opportunities through an in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape including product and price benchmarking combined with consumer driven insights and unmet needs validated through research.

Manage pricing – watching competitive changes and cost changes provide recommendations for increases.

Drive to successful (on-time & on-budget) new product launches:

Follow New Product Development stage gate process.

Project manage cross functional teams.

Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve issues.

Provide guidance for sampling team to execute sampling & swatching needs flawlessly.

Actively manage portfolio through regular inventory assessments, actively eliminating unproductive sku’s and planning for obsolescence.

Continuously improve day-to-day processes and product line performance in coordination with other functions:

Readily address customer and operational issues (service, quality, inventory, etc.).

Understand and follow business processes with a focus on continuous improvement.

Maintain accurate and reliable product master data for assigned categories.

Driving improvement initiatives through Operations and Engineering.

Defines and documents individual processes within sphere of control.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in Marketing, Engineering, Business Administration or similar required.

MBA preferred - not required.

5+ years marketing or sales experience with a consumer products company is required.

Experience working with customized products is highly desired.

Experience with the marketing and the sale of custom window products preferred, or comparative experience in similar industry.

Our ideal candidate will have experience working in a durable goods product management role with products that are custom made based on the needs of each customer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Looking for problem solvers, efficiency advocates and leaders not afraid to roll up their sleeves. This person must be in tune with market trends, technologies and competitive dynamics, and be able to form compelling strategies that lead to successful outcomes. This person must have keen analytical skills, as they are responsible for understanding the business and communicating progress throughout the organization.

Strong consumer and market focus; adept at defining and evaluating consumer unmet needs to gain market position.

Track record in delivering products on time, on budget, that meets financial goals.

Strong timeline & process management & development skills.

Ability to deliver and execute a strategic innovation vision that includes both new product and existing product upgrades.

Solid financial analysis and management skills; knows how to achieve profitable growth.

Strong ability to lead a team while working cohesively throughout the organization.

Strong skill sets in the areas of presentation, facilitation, consultative, written and verbal communications.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and an ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate to all levels of the organization.

Ability to create compelling rationale for ideas and develop thorough and thoughtful business cases.

MS Office: PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project or Smartsheet, Visio skills.

Behavioral Competencies

Ensures Accountability  – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Drive Engagement  – Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

Instill Trust  – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Drive Results  – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Consumer/Customer Focus  – Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions.

Critical Thinking  – Making Sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Being Resilient  – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Optimize Work Processes  – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Position Summary: Employee Benefits Corporation is hiring for a Product Manager. The Product Manager is responsible for developing and managing product solutions across the company and with third parties. The Product Manager is accountable for maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Scrum team. The Product Manager acts as the primary contact between the Scrum team and stakeholders and collaborates closely with both. This person may work in our Middleton, WI office, fully remote (Wisconsin or Minnesota locations only), or a combination of the two depending on availability. Responsibilities Include: <ol><li>Lead the development of new product features through market research, business case development and initial design activities in collaboration with the Product Management Director.</li><li>Define the product vision, goal(s) and product increment expectations for Scrum team(s).</li><li>Maintain an ordered product backlog that is transparent, visible and understood.</li><li>Develop detailed product feature specifications and ensure they're clearly understood by relevant teams.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external contacts to anticipate and analyze business product needs, then work closely with stakeholders to understand business value or ROI.</li><li>Participate in Scrum events including refinement, planning and sprint review.</li><li>Responsible for product increment release management and planning.</li><li>Serve as product ambassador internally and externally, sharing knowledge and answering questions including regulations, design, business processes, and technology solutions.</li></ol> Qualifications: <ol><li>Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Management or related discipline; may be substituted with four years directly relevant experience.</li><li>Minimum three years of experience in Section 125, Section 105, COBRA or health insurance products.</li><li>Minimum three years of experience in product development.</li><li>Remain up to date on trends and best practices for agile project management, implementation theory and methodologies.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and ability to effectively manage conflicting needs of stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge of project management and implementation theory and methodologies.</li><li>Sharp analytical and excellent problem solving skills, and highly adaptable in a constantly changing customer focused and technical environment.</li><li>Self-motivated, able to learn quickly and research issues independently and with limited direction.</li><li>Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills, utilizing proper grammar, syntax and excellent business acumen.</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills with proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a high paced environment with limited direction.</li><li>Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.</li><li>Ability and willingness for occasional overnight travel to an outside client, meeting or conference up to two weeks' total throughout the year.</li><li>Possession of valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.</li></ol> Preferred Qualifications: <ol><li>Relevant certifications, such as Certified or Professional Scrum Product Owner (CSPO, PSPO).</li><li>Proficiency with applicable project management tools and technology.</li><li>Prior experience authoring software requirements and user stories.</li><li>Prior experience conducting and interpreting market research.</li></ol> We offer: <ol><li>A friendly, collaborative team environment.</li><li>A competitive compensation and benefits package that includes employee-ownership.</li><li>Opportunities for personal and professional growth.</li><li>Flexible scheduling to encourage and support a healthy work-life balance.</li></ol> More About Us: Employee Benefits Corporation administers a variety of employee benefits, from IRS-approved, tax-advantaged plans to COBRA and state-regulated continuation administration through informative education materials, dedicated reporting, creative plan design and expert customer support. We work with benefit brokers and consultants, employers and HR administrators, and benefit plan participants to offer top-notch workplace benefits and customer service. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to using our experience, knowledge, creativity and technology to ensure our customers' satisfaction with their plans and with our services. Employee Benefits Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Our affirmative action program is available to any applicant or employee upon request. If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources via email at HumanResources@ebcflex.com or via phone at (608) 831-8445.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Springs Window Fashions has been part of the window treatments industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have over 8,000 associates and 18 locations worldwide. Our products are available in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of designer showrooms and showcased in large commercial buildings. Our company is privately owned with products marketed across a broad portfolio of brands including Bali, Graber, SunSetter and Mecho. We pride ourselves as “The Best Experience Company”, striving to provide the best experience for our consumers, channel partners, and associates.
<h3>Our Department</h3>
It’s difficult to think of any department that is more in the heart of an organization than Product Management, and SWF is no exception. Product management at SWF is a growing, dynamic, and fast-paced department providing a vital bridge between the innovators and the marketplace. The role of product management spans many activities from strategic to tactical and those in the department regularly interact with nearly every other functional area within the organization. Seventeen product lines and growing ensures plenty of opportunity for cross-training and growth within the department.
<h3>Mission</h3>
Develop and execute the strategy to position our products to lead the market, driving profitable growth and share gain in all channels.
<h3>Objectives</h3>
<ul>
<li>Drive product line KPI’s</li>
<li>Own and enhance the portfolio plan to define how we win in the market place</li>
<ul>
<li>Identify gaps and opportunities through an in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape including product and price benchmarking</li>
<li>Identify and develop plans to address unmet consumer needs validated through consumer research</li>
<li>Articulate product positioning and sources of differentiation by channel</li>
</ul>
<li>Actively eliminate unproductive sku’s</li>
<li>Continuously improve day to day processes and product line performance in coordination with other functions</li>
<ul>
<li>Readily address customer and operational issues (service, quality, inventory, etc.)</li>
<li>Proactively identify sales and margin improvement through analysis of pricing and cost trends</li>
<li>Understand and follow business processes with a focus on continuous improvement</li>
</ul>
<li>Ensure successful product launches</li>
<ul>
<li>Follow New Product Development stage gate process</li>
<li>Project manage cross functional teams</li>
<li>Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve issues</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<h3>Requirements</h3>
Education and Experience
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in Marketing, Engineering, Business Administration or similar required.</li>
<li>3+ years marketing or sales experience with a consumer products company is required.</li>
<li>Experience working with customized products is highly desired.</li>
<li>Experience with the marketing and the sale of custom window products preferred, or comparative experience in similar industry.</li>
<li>Our ideal candidate will have experience working in a product management role with products that are custom made based on the needs of each customer.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Behavioral Competencies</h3>
<ul>
<li>Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments</li>
<li>Drive Engagement – Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives</li>
<li>Instill Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity</li>
<li>Drive Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances</li>
<li>Consumer/Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions</li>
<li>Critical Thinking – Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems</li>
<li>Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations</li>
</ul>
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Springs Window Fashions has been part of the window treatments industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have over 8,000 associates and 18 locations worldwide. Our products are available in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of de Product Manager, Product Management, Manager, Product Line, Product Development, Manufacturing, Business Services

HYBRID Product Manager Location: Middleton, WI Salary: $110,000 -$130,000 + Bonus (1st yr. OTE: $120-140k) + Benefits Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Paid Holidays, PTO Job Type: Full Time Typical Hours: Mon-Wed onsite; Thurs-Fri remote; 40-50 hr./wk. Start Date: ASAP Sponsorship is not available Relocation assistance is available HYBRID Product Manager Description Our client in the CPG manufacturing industry is seeking a driven and technically-minded Product Manager with a passion for new product development in the home automation space. This role will support developing and integrating cutting-edge automated and motorized product offerings, from concept through launch, enhancing the company's portfolio of innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical understanding of automation technologies, particularly in smart home or motorized systems, and a proven track record of successfully bringing new products to market. You'll collaborate closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to ensure seamless product execution while focusing on improving applications, optimizing product features, and responding to evolving market trends in home automation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and enjoys the technical challenges of managing automated product lines. HYBRID Product Manager Responsibilities Develop and execute product strategy Drive profitable growth and share gain in all channels Enhance the portfolio plan to define market expansion Ensure successful product launches Address customer and operational issues Analyze pricing and cost trends Identify sales and margin improvement Understand the competitive market landscape Pinpoint gaps of opportunity for product expansion HYBRID Product Manager Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 3+ years of product management experience required Experience with a tangible automated or smart home product required Experience with tools to analyze business and market performance required Intermediate to advanced proficiency with MS Excel required Experience with tangible products required - customizable a bonus!

Product Manager Jobs in Middleton, WI

Senior Product Manager
December 15, 2024

Product Manager
December 11, 2024

Product Manager
December 11, 2024

Product Manager
December 8, 2024

Hybrid Product Manager
November 23, 2024

Quick filters

Top companies

Product Manager Jobs in Middleton, WI

Senior Product ManagerDecember 15, 2024

Product ManagerDecember 11, 2024

Product ManagerDecember 11, 2024

Product ManagerDecember 8, 2024

Hybrid Product ManagerNovember 23, 2024

Quick filters

Top companies

Senior Product Manager
December 15, 2024

Product Manager
December 11, 2024

Product Manager
December 11, 2024

Product Manager
December 8, 2024

Hybrid Product Manager
November 23, 2024