Product Development Manager

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 goalsManage the product portfolio to drive revenue growth and profitability while also managing products life cycleAlign product initiatives with overall company strategy and available resourcesMarket & Customer Insights Engage with customers early in the development process to validate needs and conceptsConduct and contribute to market research (objectives, methodology, execution, and analysis)Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to inform decisionsFinancial & Pricing Strategy Build business cases for new products, including sales forecasts and profitability analysisEstablish pricing strategies that support strong market positioning and marginsGo-to-Market & Commercialization Support product training, product launches and commercialization strategiesCollaborate with marketing teams on product positioning, messaging, and campaignsContribute 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 executionActively contribute to continuous improvement of product development processesProfile Strong track record of leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholdersStrategic thinker with a hands-on, results-driven approachExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideasHigh sense of ownership, accountability, and drive to deliver3–5 years of experience in product management, product development or a related fieldExperience with physical products in a manufacturing or durable goods environmentExperience in channel marketing or sales is an assetExperience 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 impactOpportunity to work on product development projects with proximity to manufacturing plantsCollaborative and dynamic work environmentExposure to cross-functional teams and leadershipCompetitive compensation and benefits