Vitro
Overview
Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America. Vitro’s glass products can be found in iconic vehicles, buildings, homes, and billions of glass containers produced every year. With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have a broad global footprint and leadership in the industries in which we operate. At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create value and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. We are committed to reducing energy consumption and emissions in glass manufacturing and to sustainable manufacturing processes and products. We strive to shape how we move, build, and live in the future and to make more than glass by delivering a brighter future for years to come. Vitro Architectural Glass produces industry-leading, energy-efficient products such as Solarban, Sungate, and Starphire Ultra-Clear glasses. Our success comes from collaboration, innovation, and strong partnerships, with a focus on trust, teamwork, and impactful innovations in glass. Our facilities include manufacturing sites across the U.S. and Mexico, one of the world’s largest glass R&D facilities in Pittsburgh, PA, and four residential glass fabrication plants in Canada. To learn more, visit Vitro Architectural Glass and Vitro Architectural Glass vitroglazings.com. Responsibilities
Defines the product portfolio for the Commercial building segment as a priority. Gains a deep understanding of customer and stakeholder wants and needs through market research to identify and fill product gaps to grow market share, improve customer experience, and drive growth. Creates buy-in for the product vision internally and with key external partners. Develops product pricing and positioning strategies. Translates product strategy into detailed requirements and prototypes. Scopes and prioritizes activities based on business and customer impact. Works with stakeholders to deliver with quick time-to-market and optimal resources. Drives product launches with the marketing communications team, executives, and other product management team members. Trains NAM and CAM teams to understand the value proposition and sell up. Understands and communicates the product value in the final product. Represents the company by visiting customers to solicit feedback and conducts field work during pre-launch and post-launch stages. Collaborates with all departments to maintain ongoing innovation. Leads strategic initiatives defined in planning, including creation of a second engine business. Manages the Product Manager team to accomplish innovation and organizational goals. Leads the Innovation Market development team. Specific Job-Related Knowledge, Experience, & Abilities
BS in Architecture or Marketing. 10+ years of experience. Strong understanding of the Glass and Glazing industry dynamics, with experience in architectural sales, customer relationships, product management, and interaction with architects and specifiers. Strong communication, customer service, creativity, financial thinking, and leadership skills. Customer Experience Focus
As a key contributor to our marketing team, you will shape and enhance the customer experience across all touchpoints. You will develop and execute marketing strategies that prioritize customer satisfaction, loyalty, and engagement, collaborating cross-functionally to align brand messaging with customer needs and expectations. Your role will drive a customer-centric culture, optimize communications, and deliver value that strengthens long-term relationships. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Product Management and Marketing Industries
Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing
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Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America. Vitro’s glass products can be found in iconic vehicles, buildings, homes, and billions of glass containers produced every year. With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have a broad global footprint and leadership in the industries in which we operate. At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create value and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. We are committed to reducing energy consumption and emissions in glass manufacturing and to sustainable manufacturing processes and products. We strive to shape how we move, build, and live in the future and to make more than glass by delivering a brighter future for years to come. Vitro Architectural Glass produces industry-leading, energy-efficient products such as Solarban, Sungate, and Starphire Ultra-Clear glasses. Our success comes from collaboration, innovation, and strong partnerships, with a focus on trust, teamwork, and impactful innovations in glass. Our facilities include manufacturing sites across the U.S. and Mexico, one of the world’s largest glass R&D facilities in Pittsburgh, PA, and four residential glass fabrication plants in Canada. To learn more, visit Vitro Architectural Glass and Vitro Architectural Glass vitroglazings.com. Responsibilities
Defines the product portfolio for the Commercial building segment as a priority. Gains a deep understanding of customer and stakeholder wants and needs through market research to identify and fill product gaps to grow market share, improve customer experience, and drive growth. Creates buy-in for the product vision internally and with key external partners. Develops product pricing and positioning strategies. Translates product strategy into detailed requirements and prototypes. Scopes and prioritizes activities based on business and customer impact. Works with stakeholders to deliver with quick time-to-market and optimal resources. Drives product launches with the marketing communications team, executives, and other product management team members. Trains NAM and CAM teams to understand the value proposition and sell up. Understands and communicates the product value in the final product. Represents the company by visiting customers to solicit feedback and conducts field work during pre-launch and post-launch stages. Collaborates with all departments to maintain ongoing innovation. Leads strategic initiatives defined in planning, including creation of a second engine business. Manages the Product Manager team to accomplish innovation and organizational goals. Leads the Innovation Market development team. Specific Job-Related Knowledge, Experience, & Abilities
BS in Architecture or Marketing. 10+ years of experience. Strong understanding of the Glass and Glazing industry dynamics, with experience in architectural sales, customer relationships, product management, and interaction with architects and specifiers. Strong communication, customer service, creativity, financial thinking, and leadership skills. Customer Experience Focus
As a key contributor to our marketing team, you will shape and enhance the customer experience across all touchpoints. You will develop and execute marketing strategies that prioritize customer satisfaction, loyalty, and engagement, collaborating cross-functionally to align brand messaging with customer needs and expectations. Your role will drive a customer-centric culture, optimize communications, and deliver value that strengthens long-term relationships. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Product Management and Marketing Industries
Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing
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