Quanex
About the Position
Quanex is looking for a
Senior Product Manager
to join our team located in Akron, Ohio, Cambridge, Ohio, Cannon Falls, Minnesota or Statesville, North Carolina.
The Senior Product Manager will drive the growth and profitability of the Seals and Extrusions product line within our fenestration portfolio. This role serves as a senior expert, responsible for developing and executing market‑driven product strategies, managing the product lifecycle, and achieving revenue and profit targets.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive product roadmap for seals and extrusions, aligning with Quanex’s enterprise strategy and focusing on market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics.
Conduct in‑depth market analysis—including competitor profiling, technological advancements, and Voice of the Customer visits—to identify growth opportunities and define product requirements.
Oversee the full product lifecycle from ideation to retirement, driving profitable growth through product enhancements, pricing, and phase‑outs.
Lead and coach cross‑functional teams (sales, engineering, operations, finance) to execute product initiatives, resolve conflicts, and achieve key performance indicators.
Define specifications for materials (e.g., EPDM, TPE, silicone) and extrusion processes, ensuring compatibility with high‑speed manufacturing and industry standards for energy efficiency and durability.
Coordinate product launches, including value‑based pricing strategies, marketing materials, and sales training to ensure successful market entry.
Monitor and improve key product line metrics (revenue, profitability, market share) using the 4P marketing mix to achieve business objectives.
Gather customer feedback through regular visits to manufacturers, architects, and other stakeholders, translating insights into actionable product improvements.
Recommend and implement enhancements to the new product launch process to drive continuous improvement in development timelines, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Present detailed financial plans, product strategies, and performance updates to senior leadership, effectively influencing without direct authority.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in product management, sales, marketing, or business development—preferably in the fenestration or building products industry.
Proven track record of leading complex product portfolios and achieving revenue and profitability targets.
Extensive knowledge of seals, extrusions, or related manufacturing processes (e.g., extrusion of TPE, EPDM, or silicone materials).
Strategic mindset with a focus on execution and data‑driven decision‑making.
Advanced analytical skills for market analysis, financial modeling, and performance optimization.
Strong cross‑functional leadership and conflict resolution abilities to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
Proficiency in IT tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, at an advanced level.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior executives and external partners.
Strong problem‑solving and analytical capabilities to address technical and market challenges.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Bonus Potential
401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Various Work Schedules
Tuition support for degree and continuous education
Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $130,000 with bonus potential.
Company Overview Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor products markets. It is committed to improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, and giving back to the communities where it operates. Quanex values employee growth, learning, and thriving.
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Senior Product Manager
to join our team located in Akron, Ohio, Cambridge, Ohio, Cannon Falls, Minnesota or Statesville, North Carolina.
The Senior Product Manager will drive the growth and profitability of the Seals and Extrusions product line within our fenestration portfolio. This role serves as a senior expert, responsible for developing and executing market‑driven product strategies, managing the product lifecycle, and achieving revenue and profit targets.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive product roadmap for seals and extrusions, aligning with Quanex’s enterprise strategy and focusing on market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics.
Conduct in‑depth market analysis—including competitor profiling, technological advancements, and Voice of the Customer visits—to identify growth opportunities and define product requirements.
Oversee the full product lifecycle from ideation to retirement, driving profitable growth through product enhancements, pricing, and phase‑outs.
Lead and coach cross‑functional teams (sales, engineering, operations, finance) to execute product initiatives, resolve conflicts, and achieve key performance indicators.
Define specifications for materials (e.g., EPDM, TPE, silicone) and extrusion processes, ensuring compatibility with high‑speed manufacturing and industry standards for energy efficiency and durability.
Coordinate product launches, including value‑based pricing strategies, marketing materials, and sales training to ensure successful market entry.
Monitor and improve key product line metrics (revenue, profitability, market share) using the 4P marketing mix to achieve business objectives.
Gather customer feedback through regular visits to manufacturers, architects, and other stakeholders, translating insights into actionable product improvements.
Recommend and implement enhancements to the new product launch process to drive continuous improvement in development timelines, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Present detailed financial plans, product strategies, and performance updates to senior leadership, effectively influencing without direct authority.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in product management, sales, marketing, or business development—preferably in the fenestration or building products industry.
Proven track record of leading complex product portfolios and achieving revenue and profitability targets.
Extensive knowledge of seals, extrusions, or related manufacturing processes (e.g., extrusion of TPE, EPDM, or silicone materials).
Strategic mindset with a focus on execution and data‑driven decision‑making.
Advanced analytical skills for market analysis, financial modeling, and performance optimization.
Strong cross‑functional leadership and conflict resolution abilities to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
Proficiency in IT tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, at an advanced level.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior executives and external partners.
Strong problem‑solving and analytical capabilities to address technical and market challenges.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Bonus Potential
401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Various Work Schedules
Tuition support for degree and continuous education
Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $130,000 with bonus potential.
Company Overview Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor products markets. It is committed to improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, and giving back to the communities where it operates. Quanex values employee growth, learning, and thriving.
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