Director, Product Management and Marketing with Leviton

Director, Product Management and Marketing with Leviton

Northbrook, IL | Hybrid | $150,000–$200,000

At Leviton, we create the next generation of solutions that light, power, and connect everyday spaces—from electrical and lighting to data networks and energy management. With more than 120 years of innovation, we design products that make life easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. Our people drive our success. We ask questions, embrace challenges, seek new perspectives, and anticipate what’s next, bringing skill and passion to a constantly evolving world.

About the Role

This role oversees product management and marketing for the U.S. Lighting portfolio, including Birchwood, ConTech, Intense, V‑Rail, and Leviton Lighting. Responsibilities include strategic planning, product development, pricing, launches, sales support, and marketing. The position focuses on driving profitability through lifecycle management, identifying new opportunities, and bringing new products to market. It requires staying current on industry trends, technology, and competitive activity, and working closely with Sales and Customers. The role reports to the Sr. Director & General Manager, U.S. Lighting Business, in Northbrook, IL.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the annual strategic plan and deliver key initiatives to drive sales and profitability.
• Communicate product strategy to Product Management and Marketing for alignment and execution.
• Serve as the liaison with Engineering, Sourcing, Operations, Customer Service, Sales, and Finance.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Product Management, and Supply Chain to optimize product profitability.
• Improve the New Product Process with Engineering and cross‑functional teams.
• Manage the product portfolio to align with market trends and opportunities.
• Support sales with research and analysis for PAC, including pricing, financial models, and competitive insights.
• Oversee all aspects of product development—specifications, packaging, pricing, and lifecycle planning.
• Establish metrics for new product performance and report results to the GM
• Monitor competitor activity and inform leadership of new products, technologies, and pricing strategies.
• Attend sales meetings, customer visits, and industry events; conduct product training as needed.
• Identify technology and market trends and update business strategy accordingly.
• Evaluate potential alliances and acquisition targets; develop supporting business cases.
• Collaborate with e‑Business, Retail, Distribution Sales, Lighting Agents, National Accounts, and international teams.
• Lead product launch strategy to ensure consistent messaging across samples, events, displays, and marketing materials.

Local Essential Functions – Northbrook

• Manage departmental administration, reporting, budgeting, and compliance.
• Present regularly to senior management.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers, vendors, and industry partners.
• Provide leadership to ensure customer satisfaction and achievement of goals.
• Support development of departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong understanding of competitive landscape and industry trends.
• Evaluate new technical developments and recommend actions.
• Encourage innovation and employee development.
• Oversee product specification, positioning, pricing, improvements, inventory, and phase‑out plans.

Qualifications

• Strong creativity, resourcefulness, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Self‑reliant, organized, and able to lead cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to build customer relationships and manage ad‑hoc project teams.
• Ability to work with confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Deep knowledge of lighting products and distribution channels.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and influencing skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive environment through challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field (Master’s preferred).
• 10–15 years of Product Management and/or Marketing experience.
• Strong background in architectural lighting and industry channels.
• Proven success managing product portfolios and leading cross‑functional teams.
• Creative, analytical, and highly organized.
• Experience with agents, distributors, national accounts, contractors, and specifiers.
• Leadership skills that foster collaboration and team success.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

We Offer

Medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) with employer match • Tuition reimbursement • PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer time off • A culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and professional growth

Leviton is an EEO/AA employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.