Product Manager - Privacy Track + Curtains and Commercial Window Treatments

Job Summary:

The Product Manager for Privacy Track + Curtains and Commercial Window Treatments will be responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset, strong market research skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative and competitive product solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy & Roadmap: Define and execute the product vision and strategy for privacy curtains and commercial window treatments, aligning with company goals and customer needs. Develop and maintain a product roadmap to prioritize features, enhancements, and launches.
• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct market research to identify customer preferences, industry trends, and competitive landscape. Use insights to inform product development and positioning.
• Product Development: Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to develop high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective privacy curtains and commercial window treatments. Ensure products meet performance, aesthetic, and regulatory standards.
• Go-to-Market Planning: Partner with marketing and sales teams to create effective launch strategies, including pricing, positioning, and promotional campaigns. Develop product collateral, training materials, and customer-facing content.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with supply chain, quality assurance, and customer support teams to ensure seamless production, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
• Performance Monitoring: Track product performance metrics (e.g., sales, customer feedback, profitability) and iterate on products based on data-driven insights. Identify opportunities for product improvements or new offerings.
• Customer Advocacy: Act as the voice of the customer within the organization, ensuring products address pain points and deliver value. Gather and analyze customer feedback to inform future iterations.
• Compliance & Sustainability: Ensure products comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental sustainability goals. Stay updated on relevant regulations impacting privacy curtains and commercial window treatments 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 3+ years of product management experience, preferably in commercial manufacturing, textiles, or window treatments.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing commercial products.
• Strong understanding of product development processes, including design, manufacturing, and supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical skills with experience using data to drive decisions (e.g., market analysis, sales data, customer feedback).
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with window treatment industry trends, materials (e.g., fabrics, motorized systems), and sustainability practices is a plus.
• Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., Stage-Gate Process + Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with B2B product strategies in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of commercial privacy textiles, healthcare design trends, and commercial roller shade fabrics.
• Passion for commercial design trends and understanding market needs.