Product Director – Windows, Doors and Glass
About Us:
We are a global technology powerhouse with 2,400+ employees and 70,000+ customers across 100+ countries. We transform the way customizable products and spaces are imagined, designed, sold, managed and made. Our end-to-end software solutions connect professional designers, retailers and manufacturers to the world's largest repository of product content. Today, our business spans across the Kitchen & Bath, Furniture, Window, Glass & Door, and Flooring industries with operations in North & South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa.
We bring over 30 years of experience to deliver more value for our customers through an expanded portfolio of end-to-end solutions. Our global presence allows us to provide world-class support and sales with a local touch, providing the best possible customer experience.
We are now embarking on an exciting journey as we continue to expand through strong organic growth and complementary acquisitions, backed by leading growth private equity firms specialized in technology.
The Role:
We're seeking an experienced Director/ VP of Product for the Windows, Doors and Glass Product line, with a strong background in product management for B2B SaaS applications. Experience in Design (CAD), PLM, CAM or MES software, while note required, is a big plus given the high degree of specialization of the served markets. Domain expertise in design, fabrication, and manufacturing processes or industries would also be a strong advantage. The Snr Director, VP Product for WDG will set the product vision, strategy and roadmap for the WDG product portfolio which includes 3 major product lines.
This role, reporting to the Chief Product Officer, is ideal for a leader with a proven track record of building and scaling b2b software applications delivering tangible customer value and business outcomes. The successful candidate will possess a unique blend of great product chops, product vision, people leadership, domain and technical acumen, with ability to influence cross functionally, manage a diverse portfolio, prioritize key initiatives, quickly grasp complex customer workflows across many use cases and sub verticals.
Responsibilities:
• Spearhead the strategy, vision, roadmap, and execution of the Windows, Doors and Glass (WDG) product portfolio, which spans across Design, ERP to manufacturing software.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Engineering, Product Marketing, General Managers, Sales, Customer Success and other teams to deliver products that exceed customer expectations and ARR growth targets.
• Build and nurture pivotal relationships with key stakeholders, drive alignment across the organization on product priorities, mastering effective communication.
• Build a high performing Product team for the WDG products, delivering product value that translated into account retention, expansion and new logos acquisition.
• Embrace and distill a highly user-focused mindset, integrating user research and feedback into product development to craft solutions that address user needs and enables great customer workflows.
• Champion innovation, encouraging the team to explore new ideas, technologies, and methodologies, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry evolution.
• Be hands-on in the product development process, from ideation through launch and beyond, ensuring milestones are met and quality standards of excellence are upheld.
• Leverage data-driven insights to illuminate the path forward, making informed decisions that enhance product performance and drive growth.
• Mentor and develop team members, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Bring in new talents to grow the Product team and influence beyond the boundaries of the WDG product line/ business unit.
• Foster diversity and inclusion within the team, promoting an environment where all employees feel valued and included.
Requirements:
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Product Leader with a focus on B2B software/ SaaS applications at start up or global companies.
• Strong technical background, with experience in visual design, computer aided manufacturing and ERP technologies a strong plus.
• Experience with cloud-based technologies, demonstrating a deep understanding of cloud services, deployment models, and how they can be leveraged to drive business value
• Experience managing multi-products portfolio across the different stages of a lifecycle, making investment prioritization decisions
• A track record of innovation, with examples of bringing new ideas and products to market.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience partnering with B2B customers to understand their needs and deliver impactful solutions.
• A data-driven approach to decision-making, with experience in analytics tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and delivering results.
• Proven expertise in collaborating with and motivating remote teams across the globe, ensuring high levels of collaboration and efficiency in a virtual work environment
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is a plus.
Working for us:
We’re a global family that collaborates with humility and respect for one another. With more than 2,400 employees around the world, we not only recognize our diverse perspectives, but we also champion our different outlooks and firmly believe it to be what makes us better together.
You can expect to work in a supportive and nurturing environment, with experts in their fields who strive for quality and excellence without compromising others. We also believe in a flexible and autonomous working environment, focused on the continual growth of our employees.
Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and brilliance, so we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our roles.
That’s who we are: A team that recognizes our strength is in working together to not only get things done, but also lead the industry with a bold approach that’s dedicated to making our customers better. Come join us.