Apogee Architectural Metals is a segment of Apogee specializing in aluminum framing, windows, storefront, curtainwall, and entrance systems. We provide integrated capabilities, including design, engineering, extrusion, finishing, fabrication and assembly, across North America. Through our brands including Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, Tubelite, and Wausau, we deliver quality, consistency, and value-added services throughout our portfolio.
Position Summary
As the Vice President, Product Management and Marketing, you will own the Metals product portfolio and lead the full product management discipline, including product strategy, lifecycle decisions, pricing, and portfolio economics. Translate customer needs, market trends, and product usage data into actionable insights that drive portfolio growth and profitability. Lead strategic marketing including segmentation, positioning, channel strategy, and annual planning, ensuring that our value propositions resonate with specifiers, contractors, distributors, and building owners.
What This Looks Like:
Key Responsibilities
Customer-Centric Solutions: Focus on creating solutions that address specific market needs and leverage the full product portfolio.
Product Management: Continue to focus on the development and success of specific products within an intentional product portfolio, utilizing strong market intelligence and innovative roadmaps.
Branding & Digital: Leverage digital channels to build our brands and drive customer loyalty.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster collaboration between marketing, sales, R&D, and supply chain teams to ensure a cohesive strategy and execution.
What You Will Lead:
Product Strategy and Portfolio
Build a 3-year portfolio strategy and annual roadmap tied to revenue and margin goals.
Make lifecycle calls (introductions, enhancements, SKU rationalization, exits) and run stage-gate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality.
Own product P&L accountability, including pricing strategy, cost management, forecasting, and margin optimization to drive sustained financial performance.
Strategic Marketing
Set segmentation, ICPs, positioning, and channel strategy; own the annual marketing plan and budget.
Run thought leadership and spec-in efforts (AIA CEUs, case studies) and oversee digital (site, SEO, BIM/CAD libraries, lead capture).
Manage events and agencies with clear ROI targets; ensure brand and product naming create portfolio clarity.
Pricing and Economics
Set value-based list and net pricing, partner with Sales and Finance on price realization and mix.
Support CPQ rules and guardrails; track quote quality and win rate.
Launches and Sales Enablement
Lead cross-functional launches with positioning, targets, training, timeline, and metrics.
Ensure technical collateral and submittals are current; deliver sales playbooks, calculators, configurators, and competitive briefs.
Planning and Data
Translate customer insights, product usage data, and market trends into demand signals for SIOP; ensure product forecasts are grounded in customer behavior and market intelligence.
Analyze product-level metrics within CRM and other data tools, including product adoption, usage patterns, customer segmentation, and lifecycle behavior; adjust product and marketing strategies based on findings.
Partner with IT to enhance product data systems and tools (PLM, CPQ, BIM, spec/selection platforms), ensuring they support product configuration, selection accuracy, digital experience, and data-enabled product decisions.
Compliance and Sustainability
Lead EPD/HPD strategy and embodied-carbon positioning where it drives specification.
Ensure claims and content meet regulatory and company standards.
Team Leadership
Build talent, succession, and a disciplined operating cadence.
Establish and maintain sustainable processes for management of the product portfolio.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
MBA preferred.
Experience and Skills
15+ years of progressive experience in product management and strategic marketing, with demonstrated P&L ownership.
Experience in portfolio strategy, lifecycle management, and value-based pricing; building products industry experience preferred.
Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of developing talent, building teams, and driving accountability.
Proven ability to set strategic direction and align cross-functional teams around clear priorities and execution.
Customer-centric mindset with strong product intuition supported by data and market insight.
Experience with digital tools, branding, and product-related digital enablement.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Travel
Approximately 25% travel in the US and Canada to support site engagement, customer interaction, and market-facing activities.
Work Conditions
Hybrid schedule with an expectation of being in the office a minimum of three days per week, and flexibility for occasional early or extended hours based on business priorities.
Prolonged computer work and frequent plant and jobsite visits.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally for samples or event materials.
Valid driver’s license.
Salary range for this position is $190,000 - 230,000 + annual bonus opportunity.
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Our Benefits
We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression
Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership via an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a company match is positioned as a core element of total rewards, enhancing long‑term value beyond base pay. Plan updates and corporate materials emphasize this equity component as a meaningful part of compensation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness and mental‑health resources include screenings, flu shots for employees and dependents, and an EAP with multiple counseling visits plus an online CBT tool. These offerings indicate tangible investment in wellbeing beyond core medical coverage.
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What We Do
By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value. Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects. We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high-performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets.
