Director of Product Management

Marmon Holdings • Carol Stream, IL

20d • Hybrid

About The Position

Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. About The Job Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we’ve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world’s biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to enhance the eating and drinking experience, nourishing the people and communities we serve. Driven by a commitment to elevate every moment of the beverage experience, we are seeking a Director of Product Management (Beverage Experience) . This individual will lead the strategy and roadmap for our Beverage Ecosystem—developing modular, integrated products that deliver a compelling long-term vision for our customers and partners. With deep experience in ecosystem product management , you will shape how our beverage product suite connects, grows, and creates differentiated value across the foodservice landscape. You will be a passionate and creative leader, inspiring teams and engaging stakeholders to align around future-focused strategies. Your work will be foundational in establishing a sustainable, high-growth beverage platform for Marmon Foodservice Technologies. This role is subject to our hybrid work model: we collaborate in the office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The rest of the week, you have flexibility to work wherever it suits you best.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Ecosystem Product Management , including development of modular and integrated product suites.
• Demonstrated success in communicating and executing long-term product visions.
• Expertise in stakeholder management and the creation of customer-centric value propositions.
• Track record of building products that leverage ecosystem synergies to drive growth and retention.
• Technical acumen in modular and platform design within a related industry.
• Solid financial acumen, business modeling and analytical capabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of architectural best practices, with a track record of successfully executing platforming initiatives that support rapid innovation and integration of new features.
• A desire to create practical/innovative solutions using intellectual inquisitiveness.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or engineering or a similar degree; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of professional experience as a product manager and at least 3 years managing direct reports
• Build strong cross-team relationships and ensure that our processes are working and adapting to the business needs

Nice To Haves

• Inspiring Leader: Must be able to inspire and motivate teams
• Collaboration: A collaborative work style and ability to positively influence outcomes
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
• Energy: A high level of energy and passion required

Responsibilities

• Serve as a “player/coach” – leading the team by example through hands-on contribution and strategic direction. You will be actively involved in executing key initiatives while mentoring and guiding your team toward shared objectives.
• Lead a team on the development and execution of the product strategy and roadmap for the Beverage Ecosystem, emphasizing modularity, integration, and value creation across the platform.
• Drive the articulation and communication of a long-term product vision; unify cross-functional teams and stakeholders under this vision.
• Partner closely with sales, marketing, engineering, and external partners to identify ecosystem opportunities and requirements.
• Use customer, competitive, and data-driven insights to prioritize enhancements and new offerings in the beverage product portfolio.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships to ensure ongoing alignment around value propositions and go-to-market plans.
• Champion the Beverage Ecosystem both internally and externally; ensure all products connect cohesively and demonstrate defined value within the larger ecosystem.
• Recruit, grow and maintain a strong and effective team of product managers who are responsible for the product roadmap.

Benefits

• We support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that you’ll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plans
• Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmon’s health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your family
• Tax advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Wellness programs and resources including Telehealth, Mental Health, Fitness, and Family Planning
• Generous paid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leave
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• 401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account, whether or not you contribute on your own
• Financial and retirement advising

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees