Job Type: Full-timeDuration of role: PermanentPosition: 1Reporting to: Managing Director, Kingspan Data Solutions Location: Jessup, MD About UsAt Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner. Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate's world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact. We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.About the Role The Global Product Director role is responsible for overseeing our Structured Ceilings product portfolio and driving our competitive edge through product innovation, ensuring alignment of product development with business objectives, meeting evolving customer needs and industry demands as well as identifying market opportunities for one of our core product ranges. What You'll Do
- Define the product vision and strategy by establishing and executing a clear, forward-thinking roadmap for the overall ceilings product portfolio as well as a regional commercial strategy that aligns with the company's overall objectives.
- Drive strategic leadership in market differentiation and ensure that the company's products standout in the marketplace by identifying unique selling points and leveraging innovation.
- Ensure all product initiatives are strategically prioritized based on business impact, customer value and resource availability.
- Drive the development and execution of the product roadmap by working cross functionally with design engineering, R&D, project management, operations, marketing, sustainability, and commercial teams.
- Conduct ongoing market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, assess the competitive landscape, understand customer needs, pain points and preferences using available data and insights to inform product decisions and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- Communicate the overall product strategy, roadmap, timeline for delivery, expected outcomes and progress updates to internal stakeholders and senior leadership regularly to ensure alignment and support for product initiatives.
- Drive revenue and profitability by aligning product strategies with revenue goals, focusing on profitability and ROI for product innovations and improvements.
- Take ownership of the ceilings global product portfolio profitability, including cost management and pricing strategies.
- Incorporate robust testing strategies and protocols into the overall product roadmap and development process and establish clear quality benchmarks for all product lines to safeguard the company's reputation and customer trust while delivering high-performing, reliable products.
- Ensure all products meet regulatory and quality standards while addressing the specific needs of global customers and markets.
- Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive scalable training programs for onboarding new customers and advanced training for existing customers so that each customer gains a deeper understanding of the product's features and capabilities.
- Drive sustainability and compliance through the use of low carbon, eco-friendly materials, the establishment of a diverse and robust supply chain and energy-efficient manufacturing processes.
- Work closely with the marketing team to enhance brand positioning and secure the company's reputation as a market leader in structural ceiling product delivery and innovation.
- Identify, create and define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success of all ceilings products initiatives.
- Ability to travel globally as required.
Additional Expectation
- Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
- Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
- Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
- Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.
What You'll Bring
- Education: A bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: At least 8 years' experience in a senior product management role with a proven track record of successfully bringing products to market from concept to launch.
Skills:
- Strategic Vision: an ability to craft and communicate a compelling product vision and strategy with a forward-thinking mindset to anticipate market trends, emerging technologies and competitive dynamics.
- Customer-Centric Thinking: strong focus on integrating user insights into product development and solving real-world problems with a deep empathy for customer needs.
- Commercial Acumen: solid understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, revenue forecasting and ROI analysis and strategic prioritization to maximize profitability and growth.
- Technical Understanding: understands product architecture, development processes and works effectively with engineering and design teams to ensure technical feasibility and scalability.
- Innovation and Creativity: challenges the status quo to identify opportunities for differentiation and market leadership and fosters a culture of innovation be encouraging new ideas and experimentation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: skilled at working across teams (e.g. engineering, operations, marketing, sales) to align efforts and builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Employee Benefits
- Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
- World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You'll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a Health Advocate. We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
- Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted - allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
- Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don't believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
- Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.
Tate is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.Stay connected with us on LinkedIn for insights into life at Tate. Join us in our mission to make a difference through exceptional solutions.