Director, Product Management - West Coast

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, metal roofing and wall systems, and insulated metal panels. 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. Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Innovation : 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 Qualifications

Required Qualifications 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) Preferred Qualifications 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) Additional Information

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. 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.

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