Product Manager - Private Label

Position Summary: This position is responsible for development and management of the comprehensive product life cycle for Private Label, with a primary focus on but not limited to roofing membrane systems, insulation, coatings, and adhesives made by Polyglass for others.

Responsibilities: 

• Leads and manages product and development initiatives for Private Label/Co-brands and toll agreements with third parties, including but not limited to new product creation, packaging changes, product discontinuation, product changes, etc.

• Partners with National OEM Sales Manager to manage existing Private Label and co-brand contracts and develops new ones to support business needs and to build and cultivate Private Label program(s). 

• Initiates and manages contracts and agreements in coordination with National OEM Sales Manager including NDA’s and Private Label/Co-Brand Agreements.

• Regularly communicates and coordinates any product changes with Product Managers (i.e. Underlayments, Low-Slope Membranes, Coatings, etc.) and Associate Product Manager for Packaging, as required.

• Acts as liaison between Polyglass manufacturing/operations and Private Label to communicate changes or updates within current and new product offering.

• Partners with Private Label counterparts to evaluate opportunities and develop initiatives to grow sales within the current product offering. 

• Manages and leads all Private Label product trainings, regular virtual and on-site meetings, and additional company events or activities.

• Performs other duties as required. 

Qualifications: 

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Roofing/Building products industry. 

• Minimum 5 years of experience of leading projects, following solid project management principles. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience using enterprise-wide systems such Microsoft D365, SAP, etc. 

• Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams (SharePoint), and PowerPoint.

• Minimum 5 years of experience presenting and interfacing directly with cross-functional teams, Senior Leadership, and external customers. 

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Travel requirement: 20% or more depending on location 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Private Label and roofing systems.

• Experience running projects through Stage-Gate.

• MBA preferred.

• Experience using Sales Force and Power BI.