Exteriors Product Manager - Azek
23 hours ago
Batavia
Job Description Exteriors Product Manager – AZEK Join our Dynamic Team Overview Parksite, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking experienced Exteriors Product Manager. The Exteriors Product Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of Parksite’s exterior product portfolio. This is a high-impact, strategic position responsible for owning the full product lifecycle—from concept to commercialization—while driving revenue growth, margin expansion, and market leadership. You’ll act as the connective tissue between vendors, sales, marketing, supply chain, and finance to ensure we deliver the right products, at the right price, with the right support to win. Why join our team? Build your career in a thriving industry • Take ownership of a high-visibility product portfolio where your decisions directly impact revenue, profitability, and market growth, • Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and vendor partners to influence strategy and execution at every level, • Be part of an organization that values data-driven decision-making, innovation, and challenging the status quo to better serve customers Comprehensive Benefits Package • 401(k) Program to secure your financial future, • Company-Paid Life Insurance, • Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Insurance Plans, • Paid Holidays, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), • Bonus Incentives for employee referrals Professional Development • Gain hands-on experience owning category strategy, vendor negotiations, and go-to-market execution in a dynamic distribution environment, • Develop advanced analytical and commercial skills through direct ownership of pricing, margin, and inventory performance, • Expand leadership capabilities by influencing cross-functional teams and driving initiatives without direct authority What you’ll do • Own and execute product strategy across assigned Exteriors categories, including assortment planning, SKU rationalization, and multi-year roadmaps, • Monitor and manage sales, margin, and inventory performance at the product, SKU, brand, and vendor level, • Identify risks and opportunities using data and lead cross-functional solutions to drive performance improvements, • Lead product lifecycle management including new product introductions, line extensions, and product phase-outs, • Build and present business cases for new products, vendor partnerships, and growth initiatives, • Develop and execute data-driven category strategies and go-to-market plans aligned with market trends and customer demand, • Analyze sales trends, profitability, competitive landscape, and customer insights to inform strategic decisions, • Lead vendor relationships including negotiations, contracts, rebates, co-op funding, and performance management, • Develop vendor scorecards and KPIs, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement across supplier partners, • Drive joint business planning with key vendors, including promotional calendars and exclusive programs, • Serve as the internal champion for strategic and exclusive brands, ensuring strong positioning and consistent messaging, • Partner with Marketing to develop sales tools, campaigns, and launch materials that effectively communicate product value, • Deliver training and enablement to sales, customer service, and branch teams on product features and competitive differentiation, • Collaborate with Pricing to establish pricing strategies, margin guardrails, and promotional plans, • Partner with Supply Chain and Inventory Management to improve inventory turns, demand forecasting, and replenishment strategies, • Support competitive opportunities and provide product and pricing guidance for key sales initiatives, • Maintain and communicate a forward-looking roadmap of product launches, changes, and discontinuations, • Define and manage intake and prioritization of product and category requests across stakeholders, • Ensure accurate and complete product data across ERP, PIM, and e-commerce platforms, • Identify and mitigate risks related to pricing, supply disruptions, and product availability What you bring Required Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience), • 5+ years of progressive experience in product management, category management, vendor management, or related commercial roles, • Proven track record of driving revenue growth, margin improvement, and customer value through product portfolio management Skills & Abilities • Strong negotiation skills with experience managing vendor contracts, pricing programs, and supplier agreements, • Demonstrated ability to analyze sales, margin, and inventory data to drive informed, strategic decisions, • Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority, • Strong proficiency in the MS Office suite, specifically advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data modeling) to analyze sales trends and portfolio performance. Physical Requirements • Ability to sit for extended periods while working with data, systems, and cross-functional teams, • Ability to occasionally travel for vendor meetings, business reviews, or industry events, • Ability to use standard office equipment and technology platforms required for data analysis and communication Pre-Employment Requirements • Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check, • Authorization to work in the United States Preferred Qualifications • Experience working with ERP, PIM, BI tools (such as BIRST), and CRM platforms (such as Salesforce), • Background in building materials, distribution, or manufacturing industries, • Experience collaborating on pricing strategy, margin management, and promotional planning in a commercial environment, • Strong experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams Work Environment • Fast-paced, collaborative office environment with high cross-functional interaction, • Regular engagement with vendors, sales teams, and internal stakeholders across multiple departments, • Data-driven decision-making environment with access to BI and CRM tools, • Opportunity to influence both strategic direction and day-to-day execution, • Exposure to senior leadership through presentations, business cases, and vendor negotiations, • Dynamic workload balancing strategic planning and tactical execution, • Occasional travel for vendor meetings, product reviews, and industry events, • Environment that encourages ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement About Our Companies Parksite Parksite is a premier sales, marketing, and distribution company serving the building industry with a focus on both interior and exterior products. We supply top fabricators and building material dealers with category-leading products for residential, commercial, and remodeling markets. Our unique marketplace niche is education. We identify products with distinctive applications and educate architects, builders, and designers on their value. This approach has made us an industry leader with each product line we represent. We combine marketing expertise and industry knowledge to create demand for our supplier business partners. We help build brands. Atlantic Plywood Corporation (APC) Since 1974, Atlantic Plywood Corporation has delivered the highest quality and best value to our customers. This philosophy has helped us grow into a regional industry leader, distributing a wide range of quality hardwood plywood and panel products throughout the Eastern United States. Our many satisfied customers know that Atlantic Plywood offers not only dependable products and services but also a convenient, cost-effective partnership that helps their business grow. Career Growth Opportunities • Advance into senior product, category, or commercial leadership roles with ownership over larger portfolios, • Expand expertise in vendor strategy, negotiations, and national account management, • Develop leadership skills through cross-functional influence and strategic initiative ownership, • Gain exposure to executive-level decision-making and long-term business planning, • Build deep industry expertise in building materials, distribution, and product commercialization Ready to Build Your Future with Us? Join a team where your hard work is recognized and rewarded. As a Parksite Associate, you'll gain valuable skills, work with quality products, and become part of an employee-owned company that invests in your success. We are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. How to Apply If you're ready to join a dynamic team in the wholesale building materials industry, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with growth potential. Qualifications are a guide, not a checklist. If you think you can make an impact here, we want to hear your story.