Product Development Manager

Job summary

Own assigned product categories and manage products from concept through launch and across their full lifecycle. Develop product strategy and roadmaps, use market and customer insights to guide decisions, build financial and pricing plans, and support commercialization in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Job details

Job Summary MAAX, a leader in North American bathroom fixtures, is looking for a Product Manager to drive the growth of strategic product portfolios across the organization. In this role, you will lead the development of innovative, customer-focused products—from concept to launch—while working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Marketing, Channel, and Sales. You’ll join a dynamic and passionate team driven to win in the bathware space and committed to shaping the future of North American homes. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strategy and execution, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to make a tangible impact through product innovation. The role requires regular collaboration and presentations to cross-functional teams and leadership, in both French and English. Core responsibilities Own assigned product categories, including full product lifecycle management and new product development Product management responsibilities Product Strategy & Portfolio Management Define product positioning and key differentiators (“how we win”) Develop and maintain a long-term product roadmap aligned with business goals Manage the product portfolio to drive revenue growth and profitability while also managing products life cycle Align product initiatives with overall company strategy and available resources Market & Customer Insights Engage with customers early in the development process to validate needs and concepts Conduct and contribute to market research (objectives, methodology, execution, and analysis) Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to inform decisions Financial & Pricing Strategy Build business cases for new products, including sales forecasts and profitability analysis Establish pricing strategies that support strong market positioning and margins Go-to-Market & Commercialization Support product training, product launches and commercialization strategies Collaborate with marketing teams on product positioning, messaging, and campaigns Contribute to brand awareness initiatives (events, digital marketing, etc.) Communication & Collaboration Present product strategies & roadmap, project updates, and business cases to leadership and stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution Actively contribute to continuous improvement of product development processes Profile Strong track record of leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders Strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-driven approach Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas High sense of ownership, accountability, and drive to deliver 3–5 years of experience in product management, product development or a related field Experience with physical products in a manufacturing or durable goods environment Experience in channel marketing or sales is an asset Experience in the sanitary ware, construction, or plumbing industry is an asset Education Bachelor’s degree in business administration What We Offer Opportunity to work on innovative products with real market impact Opportunity to work on product development projects with proximity to manufacturing plants Collaborative and dynamic work environment Exposure to cross-functional teams and leadership Competitive compensation and benefits

What you’ll do

Own assigned product categories and manage products from concept through launch and across their full lifecycle. Develop product strategy and roadmaps, use market and customer insights to guide decisions, build financial and pricing plans, and support commercialization in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Requires 3–5 years of experience in product management, product development, or a related field, including experience with physical products in manufacturing or durable goods. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in business administration, a record of leading cross-functional projects, strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work in both French and English; channel marketing or sales and relevant industry experience are assets.

Listed skills

• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Product Lifecycle Management
• New Product Development
• Product Strategy
• Portfolio Management
• Product Roadmapping
• Market Research
• Customer Insights
• Competitive Analysis
• Business Case Development
• Sales Forecasting
• Profitability Analysis
• Pricing Strategy
• Go-to-Market Strategy
• Product Launches
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Stakeholder Presentations

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Marketing
• Sales

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