Senior Product Manager
Job Description
Lead the end-to-end development of Feit Electric fixture categories, collaborating with business units, engineering, operations, and retail buyers to shape category strategies and drive performance.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full product lifecycle for assigned fixture categories, from concept through launch, ongoing optimization, and end-of-life decisions.
- Build and maintain product roadmaps aligned with channel strategies across Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, Menards, Costco, ACE Hardware, and independent hardware retailers.
- Define SKU architecture, tiering, and a Good/Better/Best framework across product lines.
- Identify assortment gaps and growth opportunities via competitive market analysis and regular channel reviews.
- Rationalize SKUs and manage end-of-life transitions to preserve a profitable portfolio.
- Prepare and present line reviews, business reviews, and new item sell-in presentations to retail buyers and internal leadership.
- Lead packaging development, planogram strategy, and in-store presentation standards across DIY, mass merchant, membership clubs, and hardware channels.
- Collaborate with the Sales team weekly to ensure alignment on product positioning, pipeline status, and go-to-market timing.
- Own product P&L for the categories, including margin analysis on new items, cost-down initiatives, and ongoing profitability tracking.
- Develop pricing strategies and promotional plans by channel in partnership with Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
- Monitor category performance against KPIs and adjust actions based on data to hit targets.
- Serve as the primary liaison between overseas factories and internal teams throughout product development and production.
- Work with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure UL/ETL certification, regulatory compliance, and safety requirements for all fixture SKUs.
- Maintain regular communication with Engineering to keep active projects on schedule and aligned with business objectives.
- Oversee sampling, test specimens, and packaging development milestones.
- Review and approve packaging copy and instruction sheets prior to production.
- Conduct periodic store visits to observe product placement and gather competitive insights.
- Perform online research on competitors, technology trends, import data, customer reviews, and service feedback.
- Analyze call logs and online reviews to identify recurring pain points and propose product improvements.
- Engage with end users to validate unmet needs and concept directions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 8+ years of product management experience with a track record in lighting, consumer electronics, home improvement, or equivalent hardware categories.
- Familiarity with light fixture product categories is a strong plus.
- Proven experience managing products through major home improvement and mass retail channels (Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart, Costco, Menards, etc.).
- Demonstrated P&L ownership, pricing strategy, and margin management skills.
- Strong market research, competitive analysis, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
- Ability to commute to Pico Rivera, CA 90660 (Required).
Benefits
- A high-impact role shaping a fast-growing fixture business at a 45-year-old industry leader.
- A collaborative, scrappy, and innovative team environment.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Compensation
- Base salary range: $150,000 – $170,000 per year.
- Final compensation determined by qualifications, experience, and market conditions; discretionary year-end bonus eligible.
Additional Details
- Onsite role Monday through Friday at either the Chicago, IL or Los Angeles, CA offices.
- Occasional domestic travel for customer meetings and store visits.
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