Product Manager - Category Growth

Product Manager

• Core Categories 📍 Irving, TX
• 100% Onsite 💰 $110,000
• $130,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Our client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Product Manager
• Core Categories to lead the performance, innovation, and growth of our most critical product lines.

This is a high-impact role ideal for a commercially minded leader with experience in the home services industry who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Experience working with or within big-box retailers is a strong plus. Experience working with or within big-box retailers is a strong plus.

What You'll Bring:

• Background in the home services industry (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building materials, or related spaces strongly preferred) Experience collaborating with or selling through big-box retail channels (e.g., Home Depot, Lowe's, etc.) a plus
• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate insights into actionable business decisions
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing category performance and profitability
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives through influence and collaboration
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ownership mindset with a focus on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and drive results in a dynamic environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute category strategies to drive growth, profitability, and market competitiveness
• Own and manage product roadmaps, balancing innovation, lifecycle management, and financial outcomes Lead new product development from concept through successful launch
• Monitor category performance and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization
• Leverage market data, consumer insights, and industry trends to inform decision-making
• Partner with Sales and Marketing on customer strategies and go-to-market initiatives
• Collaborate with Operations, Planning, and Sourcing to improve forecasting, inventory, and supply chain performance
• Provide strategic insights and category expertise to senior leadership Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.

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