Job Description

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$107,300.00-$147,500.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

We set the benchmark high for our products—and even higher for our people. We’re looking for a Product Manager to lead the strategy, performance, and profitability of a roofing systems product line. This role is ideal for a commercially minded product leader who enjoys balancing strategy with execution and thrives in a highly cross‑functional environment.

As a Product Manager, you’ll own the full product lifecycle—from portfolio optimization and forecasting to value proposition development and commercialization—while partnering closely with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Marketing to deliver profitable growth.

Own Product Strategy & Profitability

• Develop and execute product line strategies aligned with an overall cohesive roofing systems portfolio
• Drive overall product line profitability through daily management of price, cost, inventory, lifecycle, and mix
• Evaluate and rebalance the portfolio using structured tools to identify cost optimization, SKU reduction, and new product opportunities

Lead Data‑Driven Decision Making

• Deliver regular and ad‑hoc reporting and presentations to business leadership on product performance, trends, and initiatives
• Develop 3–24‑month forecasts and actively manage near‑term (0–3 month) sales forecasts to achieve business objectives
• Analyze competitive dynamics, market trends, and regulatory changes to inform strategic and operational plans

Partner Across the Business

• Work closely with Pricing and Sales to establish contribution margin targets and pricing strategies based on market conditions and competitive intelligence
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to align SIOP planning with customer expectations and operational capabilities
• Support account management and sales activities through tools, insights, and product expertise

Build Compelling Value Propositions

• Develop and support value propositions for products and systems
• Educate sales, customer service, and customers on product options, differentiation, and customer value
• Coordinate development of selling tools, strategies, and marketing materials to drive profitable growth by market segment

Ensure Compliance, Quality & Lifecycle Excellence

• Partner with Technical, Legal, and Code Management to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards (FM, UL, ASTM, etc.)
• Ensure product labels, trademarks, patents, and contracts comply with regulatory and corporate requirements
• Define customer expectations for product quality and ensure adherence to finished product specifications
• Identify quality issues, risks, and improvement opportunities and drive resolution

Drive Innovation & Commercialization

• Identify product gaps and new market opportunities
• Lead JM‑Gate implementation and commercialization efforts for new and improved products
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Finance on annual cost take‑out initiatives with clear execution plans

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical, technical sales, or marketing role related to manufacturing or building products
• MBA preferred

Product & Commercial Expertise

• Proven experience developing and managing commercial product strategies with a strong customer focus
• Solid understanding of product attributes, manufacturing processes, and product technologies
• Demonstrated use of product and marketing tools such as portfolio analysis, segmentation, value proposition development, and competitive analysis

Leadership & Execution Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership and influence in cross‑functional environments
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable interfacing with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Travel & Work Environment

• Moderate travel required (30–50%)
• Role is primarily office‑based in a professional office environment

Why This Role Matters

This Product Manager role is central to shaping the future of the roofing systems portfolio. You’ll influence strategy, profitability, innovation, and customer value—while working alongside experienced leaders and cross‑functional partners to bring high‑impact products to market.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.