Product Manager - Valves

Fortune Brands is hiring a Product Manager to lead the Valve and Cartridge product line within our Moen water brand. As Product Manager, you will play a critical role in generating the growth and success of Valves and Cartridges and, consequently, Moen water products as a whole. You will shape product strategies by aligning product offerings, channels, and pricing in ways that meet both customer and business needs, propose strategic direction, and drive the roadmap. This is a hybrid position based in the Deerfield, IL campus, with flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

Responsibilities

Development of strategic product plans by aligning performance, pricing, and supply chain with long-term business goals; Partner with cross-functional teams to guide new product development and innovation initiatives through the full stage-gate process; Build collaborative relationships with external customers by sharing insights and helping identify opportunities for category growth; Work closely with Revenue Growth Management, Sales, Analytics, and Finance teams to better understand channel dynamics and evaluate pricing strategies; Contribute to go-to-market approaches by sharing perspectives and helping guide product and business decisions; Collaborate with Operations, including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality, to support product launches and monitor ongoing product performance; Advocate for the voice of the customer by developing a deep understanding of customer needs, preferences, and market trends; Communicate product strategies and priorities clearly and thoughtfully to a variety of stakeholders; Support sales teams through training, participation in industry events, and ongoing engagement with partners and associations; Partner with Brand, Channel Marketing, Digital, and Commercialization teams to co-create marketing materials and promotional strategies; Review product-related communications to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy; Provide training and guidance to internal teams and external partners on product offerings and updates; Maintain regular, supportive communication with field sales teams, including occasional travel (approximately 15%); Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities as needed

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field; 3-5+ years of proven experience in product management, product development, or engineering leadership for high-volume manufactured products; Experience managing products within the plumbing, kitchen and bath, or water delivery product categories OR other valve, cartridge, and fluid control technologies, including thermostatic and pressure-balancing mechanisms; Understanding of sealing technologies, including elastomeric and ceramic components, as well as flow performance, cavitation, acoustic/noise reduction, and durability requirements; Experience with high-volume manufactured products in industries such as plumbing, appliance, HVAC/R, water heating, beverage dispensing, irrigation, water treatment, pool and spa, or automotive fluid control systems; Ability to translate customer needs, competitive analysis, and engineering requirements into product strategy, roadmap priorities, and successful product launches through a stage-gate or equivalent process; Experience partnering closely with market-facing roles (such as Sales) and partnering with technical roles (engineering) to bring a quality product portfolio to market; Strong analytical and communication skills to support collaborative decision-making; Technical aptitude and the ability to understand the engineering, functionality, and internal mechanics imperative to the product while having the business acumen (financials) to build strong business cases, derive market insights and product trends to ensure portfolio success; Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Willingness and ability to travel up to 15%

Nice to have

MBA or advanced degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; Experience developing high-volume consumer, commercial, or automotive products that incorporate fluid control systems, including thermostatic and pressure-compensating valves, cartridges, elastomeric and ceramic sealing technologies, flow regulation, noise and cavitation management, and durability/lifecycle performance; Background in building products, home improvement, or durable goods; Experience with both B2C and B2B product environments; Familiarity with connected product technologies or smart home categories

Benefits

Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or role-based sales incentive plan; Comprehensive health plans; Market-leading 401(k) program with company contribution; Product discounts; Flexible time off benefits; Adoption benefits; Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)