Strategic Product Manager

Clopay • Mason, OH

23h • $85,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Clopay Corporation is a leading manufacturer of commercial closure products. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service as well as unsurpassed quality and innovative products. Our employees are the cornerstone of our success, and we are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Product Manager of our Rolling Products to develop, execute and own strategy for our product lines under Clopay, Cornell & Cookson brands. This role will be responsible for management of our current line, as well as future innovation. This will include developing a deep understanding of the assigned product and target segments to create plans for new product development efforts, product roadmaps and promotional initiatives as well as product management responsibilities.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in new product ideation & commercialization, possess natural curiosity, and has the ability to deeply understand segmented audiences and translate their needs into our product marketing business strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or engineering
• Relevant work experience will be considered
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Marketing, Sales, or related field with 1-3 years relevant experience in product management
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Proficient with the analytical side of Excel
• Collaboration with customers

Nice To Haves

• A BS or graduate degree and/or background in Fire Protection Engineering is desirable
• MBA
• Work experience in Fire Protection, Manufacturing, Construction or Building Materials preferred
• Understanding of StageGate, PhaseGate, or similar NPD processes
• Garage door experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Market research to identify new product and market opportunities and define them to the organization.
• Ability to create financial analysis, forecasts, pricing strategies and competitive analysis for new product initiatives.
• Own and perform product portfolio management for assigned segment, identifying potential gaps and prospects within channels and markets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to introduce new products to the market in accordance with launch schedules.
• Gather competitive intelligence and amass for easy reference.
• Utilize StageGate process for New Product Development initiatives
• Development of marketing plans including product launches, technical documentation, demonstrations, and promotions as required.
• Work with Sales and Marketing Communications teams to develop effective marketing campaigns for launched products.

Benefits

• Unrivaled Scale: Work for a market leader with a massive manufacturing footprint and a reputation for excellence that spans nearly two centuries.
• A Culture of “What’s Next”: We invest heavily in automation, sustainable materials, and smart-home integration to stay ahead of the curve.
• Commitment to People: As a Griffon Corporation company, we provide the stability of a large organization with the tight-knit, collaborative feel of a specialized craft team.
• A Legacy of Expertise: Join our "Pioneer Club"—a group of over 440 employees who have been with us for 20 years or more. We offer the stability of a market leader and a place where you can truly grow a lifelong career.
• Commitment to Innovation: We aren’t just keeping up with industry trends; we’re setting them. Whether it’s our exclusive WINDCODE® technology or our award-winning designs, we provide the tools for you to do your best work.
• Community Focused: Our success is linked to the well-being of our neighbors and communities. Through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Clopay employees help provide homes and security to families in the communities where we live and work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level