Product Manager - Wall Coatings & Sealants

Company Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. 
Sika has offices in over 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

This position can be located in Lyndhurst, NJ or Shakopee, MN.

Job Description

The Product Manager for our Buildings & Parking business will be responsible for product management and marketing of Wall Coatings and Joint Sealants Products and Application Fields within the Commercial Construction Division.

This role involves creating, maintaining, growing, and managing a Product Range that drives profitable and sustainable growth for Sika in its target markets.

The Product Manager will lead demand creation in the market through all marketing channels—sales teams, social media, webinars, sales tools, and training programs.

The position also includes project management for all innovation projects, including coordinating meetings, setting agendas and minutes, using SIP to ensure sound documentation and communication, developing effective milestone proposals, SIP Project Reporting, and Risk Management. The Product Manager will be responsible for communicating milestones and any deviations to the Leadership Team (LET).

Conducting market research and analysis to assess the size and attractiveness of product markets and application fields is also key. The Product Manager will monitor Sika’s market share relative to competitors, measure it annually, and work to grow it. They will develop comprehensive Strategic Plans in collaboration with business management and oversee their implementation.

Full responsibility for the accuracy of all product literature (such as product data sheets, brochures, flyers, etc.) and electronic media will also fall under this role.

Additionally, the Product Manager will oversee product packaging and labeling, including producing new or revitalized product and promotional packages.

Tracking major quality complaints and ensuring proper corrective actions are taken to foster continuous improvement and enhance customer satisfaction will be a key responsibility. Resolving product claims promptly with high communication standards and effective negotiation strategies is essential. The Product Manager will ensure that the claims process includes thorough inspection to avoid frivolous claims and ensure compliance with the standard procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or Technical field of study.

Min. 5 years experience in a Technical Marketing or Sales role.

Sales experience extremely desirable.

Min. 2 year site/field work in construction a plus.

High level of communication skills.

Must have excellent organization and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance available day one, 401k with 5% company match, bonuses, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and educational assistance.

Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.

Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement:  Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.

Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.