Director, Product Management - West Coast - job 1 of 2

Cornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive North American footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +100 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, and metal roofing and wall systems. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

Position Overview

*This role must be based in the West Coast with ability to travel up to 50%.*

We are seeking an exceptional Director, Product Management to lead innovation and product management for our $500M windows and doors business across 8 manufacturing sites in northern California, Washington, Colorado, and Arizona. This strategic leadership role demands a dynamic executive who can drive product strategy, manage complex cross-functional initiatives, and deliver breakthrough innovations in a rapidly evolving building materials market.  The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a growth mindset who thrives in ambiguous environments, demonstrates exceptional strategic thinking, and possesses the mental agility to solve complex problems across multiple product lines, brands, and market channels.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Innovation

• Product Strategy Development: Lead comprehensive product portfolio strategy across multiple brands, channels, and market segments, ensuring optimal positioning and competitive advantage
• Innovation Pipeline Management: Drive new product development from ideation through commercialization, managing a robust innovation pipeline worth $50M+ in annual revenue potential
• Market Analysis & Insights: Conduct sophisticated market research including qualitative/quantitative analysis, willingness-to-pay studies, and competitive intelligence to inform strategic decisions
• Economic Value Modeling: Develop and execute advanced economic models to evaluate product opportunities, pricing strategies, and ROI optimization across the portfolio

Operational Excellence

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Influence and collaborate effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams across 8 production facilities
• Product Portfolio Management: Oversee product lifecycle management, rationalization initiatives, and margin optimization strategies for 200+ SKUs
• Manufacturing Integration: Partner closely with plant leadership to ensure seamless product launches, quality standards, and operational efficiency
• Performance Management: Drive key performance metrics including revenue growth, margin expansion, and market share gains

Team Leadership & Development

• Team Building: Recruit, develop, and retain top-tier product management talent while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability
• Mentorship: Provide strategic guidance and career development for direct reports, building next-generation product leadership capabilities
• Stakeholder Management: Present to executive leadership, and key customers on product strategy, market opportunities, and business performance

Required Qualifications

Experience & Background

• 10+ years of progressive product management experience with 5+ years in senior leadership roles
• Building materials, construction, or manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing $100M+ product portfolios with demonstrable revenue and margin growth
• Experience with multi-site manufacturing operations and complex supply chain environments
• Deep understanding of B2B and B2C distribution channels (retail, professional, distribution)

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Advanced market research capabilities including qualitative methods, quantitative analysis, and willingness-to-pay modeling
• Economic value modeling expertise with proficiency in financial analysis, pricing optimization, and ROI evaluation
• Data-driven decision making with experience in analytics tools, market intelligence platforms, and KPI management
• Understanding of product development processes from concept through commercialization

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional cross-functional influence skills with ability to drive results without direct authority
• Strategic thinking and mental agility to navigate complex, ambiguous business challenges
• Strong communication and presentation skills for executive and customer-facing interactions
• Self-starter mentality with entrepreneurial drive and growth mindset
• Ambitious and results-oriented with track record of exceeding performance expectations

Preferred Qualifications

Educational & Professional

• MBA from top-tier institution or equivalent advanced degree
• P&L management experience with full business unit responsibility
• Experience with private equity or publicly traded companies in growth environments
• Professional certifications in product management (e.g., AIPMM, Pragmatic Institute)

Industry Knowledge

• Deep understanding of window and door markets including residential, commercial, and specialty segments
• Customer expertise across contractors, builders, distributors, and retail channels
• Regulatory and compliance knowledge related to building codes, energy efficiency standards, and industry certifications
• Experience with brand management and positioning in competitive markets

Technical Capabilities

• Digital transformation experience including product digitization and IoT integration
• Sustainability and green building expertise with knowledge of LEED, Energy Star, and environmental regulations
• Supply chain optimization and vendor management experience

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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