Director, Product Line - Exterior Doors

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Director, Product Line - Exterior Doors to join our growing team. 

Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and consumer-driven Product Director to lead our product management team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in product development and leadership and the ability to drive the product vision from concept to launch while managing a complex portfolio of legacy products. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional partners to ensure our products meet market and consumer needs and exceed customer expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to internal and external stakeholders focused on offering a product that meets the needs of both the homeowner and builder
• Lead the product management team in developing innovative solutions that align with consumer preferences needs while aligning with the overall business objectives
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new product development.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, operations, and sales teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product performance.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product performance and inform future decisions.
• Manage the product lifecycle from ideation to retirement, ensuring products are delivered on time and within budget.
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making using analytics and user and consumer feedback.
• Act as a product advocate within the organization, articulating the product's value proposition to customers and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop product management team members to enhance their skills and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5-10 years) in product management or a similar role
• Strong understanding of product development processes and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proven track record of successfully launching products that have achieved market success.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-centric mindset.
• Excellent presentation skills for internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in managing a team of 3+ employees

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’. 

What We Offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.