Product Manager, Rollers

Brief Description

PRODUCT MANAGER, ROLLERS

About The Role

As part of the Americas team, SANY is seeking a driven, forward-thinking, and highly motivated Product Manager, Rollers, to lead product strategy and lifecycle execution for SANY’s asphalt paving machine portfolio. With deep investment and backing from SANY Group, the Americas business continues to grow rapidly, and this role is critical to delivering competitive, customer-focused products that support long-term market expansion.

This position is responsible for end-to-end product management, including product strategy, application requirements, development, launch, marketing support, and lifecycle management. The Product Manager partners closely with sales, dealers, customers, engineering, product marketing, and product support to define winning product roadmaps and ensure execution aligns with SANY America’s overall strategy and growth objectives.

With current revenues over $500 million, SANY America continues to make strong progress and significant investments in the Americas market; the organization is now pursuing an aggressive growth strategy and is looking to move quickly beyond this initial platform and increase market share.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute the product and program strategy for asphalt paving machines and rollers, aligned with overall business objectives
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify customer needs, market opportunities, and technology trends
• Define product vision, roadmap, value proposition, and technical specifications

Product Development

• Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure development aligns with market requirements, cost targets, and timelines
• Manage the product development lifecycle from concept through launch, ensuring performance, reliability, and quality standards are met
• Oversee prototype development, testing, validation, and field evaluation activities

Product Launch & Marketing

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for new product introductions (NPI)
• Partner with marketing and sales teams to create product literature, training programs, competitive positioning, and sales tools
• Support product demonstrations and provide technical expertise to sales teams, dealers, and customers

Customer Engagement

• Actively engage customers to capture Voice of Customer (VoC) feedback and identify opportunities for product improvement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, dealers, and industry partners (Voice of Business)
• Address customer inquiries, escalations, and concerns in a timely and professional manner

Product Lifecycle Management

• Monitor product performance, market trends, and competitive positioning to ensure profitability and relevance
• Provide pricing analysis, profitability studies, and sales targets aligned with marketing strategies
• Lead continuous product improvement (CPI) initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction
• Manage product updates, transitions, and end-of-life planning

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with supply chain, finance, and operations teams to support product availability, cost management, and forecasting
• Coordinate with regulatory and compliance teams to ensure products meet applicable standards and regulations
• Collaborate with international teams to align global product strategies and development initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product or program management within paving products, construction equipment, or heavy machinery
• Strong technical background with knowledge of asphalt paving machines and related equipment
• Proven track record of managing products from concept through launch
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across cross-functional teams and with customers
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced technical degree
• OEM experience within asphalt paving or road construction equipment
• Experience supporting dealer networks and global product platforms

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic product planning and execution
• Strong project and program management skills
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to translate needs into product features
• Innovative thinking and continuous improvement orientation
• Leadership skills with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Financial and commercial acumen related to pricing, margins, and lifecycle profitability

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• HYBRID (OFFICE + FIELD / OPERATIONS)
• This is a hybrid role that includes both office-based work and time spent in operational or customer environments. Work may involve periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer use. Occasional travel may be required.

Travel Requirements

• Moderate (25–50%)

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. It will include a base salary and an annual performance bonus.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Company paid STD and LTD benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SANY America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE NOTICE

SANY America is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment screenings, including drug and/or alcohol testing, as a condition of employment where permitted by applicable law. Testing requirements, employment practices, and workplace policies may vary based on work location, position responsibilities, business necessity, workplace safety considerations, customer requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory standards.

SANY America complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws relating to marijuana/cannabis use, including applicable medical and recreational marijuana laws where permitted. However, applicants and employees are prohibited from being impaired or under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other prohibited substances while working, operating Company vehicles or equipment, performing safety sensitive duties, conducting Company business, or while on Company property, consistent with applicable law.

Certain positions may be designated as safety sensitive or subject to additional regulatory, customer, contractual, operational, or workplace safety requirements and may require participation in pre employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty, follow up, or other drug and/or alcohol testing programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.