Job Description

This position is responsible for development and management of the comprehensive product life cycle for Private Label & Accessories, with a primary focus on but not limited to roofing membrane systems, coatings, adhesives, and insulation made by Polyglass for others and associated accessories made for Polyglass.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages product and development initiatives for Private Label/Co-brands and toll agreements with third parties, including but not limited to new product creation, packaging changes, product discontinuation, product changes, etc.
• Partners with National OEM Sales Manager to manage existing Private Label and co-brand contracts and develops new ones to support business needs, and also to build and cultivate Private Label program(s).
• Regularly communicates and coordinates any product changes with Product Managers (i.e. Underlayments, Low-Slope Membranes, Coatings, etc.) and Associate Product Manager for Packaging, as required.
• Acts as liaison between Polyglass manufacturing/operations and Private Label to communicate changes or updates within current and new product offering.
• Partners with Private Label counterparts to evaluate opportunities and develop initiatives to grow sales within the current product offering.
• Manages and leads all Private Label product trainings, regular virtual and on-site meetings, and additional company events or activities.
• Manages the Accessories product line with focus on integrating accessories into broader “Seal the Envelope” company-wide initiative.
• Identifies NPD opportunities for roofing accessories using market analysis, sales feedback and capturing the voice of the customer.
• Leads the development of Roofing Accessories including supplier identification and qualification, and testing. Shared responsibility with Procurement with Supply Agreements, pricing and account maintenance.
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Roofing/Building products industry. Private Label and Accessories experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience of leading projects, following solid project management principles. Stage-Gate experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience using enterprise-wide systems such Microsoft D365, SAP, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams (SharePoint), and PowerPoint.
• Minimum 5 years of experience presenting and interfacing directly with cross-functional teams, Senior Leadership, and external customers.
• Experience using SalesForce and Power BI preferred
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.