What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager position at Kidde Global Solutions?
The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!
Product Manager
Location: Mebane, NC
Base Salary Rate: $102,931.00 - $121,095.00
Job type: Full-time
About This Role
Kidde Global Solutions’ purpose is to make the world a safer place to live by protecting what people care about the most - their loved ones and their property. Edwards Signaling, as part of Kidde Global Solutions, delivers innovative and reliable life safety solutions that protect people and property by alerting, warning, and notifying individuals through advanced signaling technologies.
The Product Manager, Edwards Signaling is responsible for driving performance, growth, and lifecycle execution of assigned product lines within the signaling portfolio. This role owns product strategy execution, commercial performance, and cross-functional alignment while serving as a key voice of the customer and the market.
This position requires a strong balance of technical understanding and commercial acumen. The Product Manager will independently lead product decisions, influence cross-functional teams, and deliver results across engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and supply chain. This role is critical to advancing the Edwards Signaling portfolio through focused execution, disciplined lifecycle management, and market-driven decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Lifecycle Ownership
Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.
World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.
Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!
Product Manager
Location: Mebane, NC
Base Salary Rate: $102,931.00 - $121,095.00
Job type: Full-time
About This Role
Kidde Global Solutions’ purpose is to make the world a safer place to live by protecting what people care about the most - their loved ones and their property. Edwards Signaling, as part of Kidde Global Solutions, delivers innovative and reliable life safety solutions that protect people and property by alerting, warning, and notifying individuals through advanced signaling technologies.
The Product Manager, Edwards Signaling is responsible for driving performance, growth, and lifecycle execution of assigned product lines within the signaling portfolio. This role owns product strategy execution, commercial performance, and cross-functional alignment while serving as a key voice of the customer and the market.
This position requires a strong balance of technical understanding and commercial acumen. The Product Manager will independently lead product decisions, influence cross-functional teams, and deliver results across engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and supply chain. This role is critical to advancing the Edwards Signaling portfolio through focused execution, disciplined lifecycle management, and market-driven decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Lifecycle Ownership
- Own and manage the full product lifecycle for assigned Edwards Signaling product lines, from roadmap planning through end-of-life.
- Define and maintain product roadmaps aligned with customer needs, market trends, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.
- Lead new product introductions (NPI), product changes, and legacy product rationalization initiatives.
- Act as the primary decision-maker for product scope, prioritization, and trade-offs within the assigned portfolio.
- Provide inputs to demand forecasting and participate in S&OP processes by translating market signals into actionable insights, identifying risks/opportunities, and supporting alignment across sales, operations, and supply chain.
- Define and execute go-to-market strategies, including product positioning, channel segmentation, and pricing recommendations.
- Partner with sales teams and channel partners to drive product adoption, revenue growth, and market penetration.
- Lead competitive analysis and market assessments to identify differentiation opportunities and share gain.
- Support key customer engagements and strategic accounts as the product expert.
- Partner with engineering, sourcing, quality, and operations to ensure product quality, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
- Support supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives in collaboration with sourcing and operations teams.
- Influence cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment, execution, and timely decision-making.
- Maintain a deep understanding of industrial and commercial signaling technologies, applications, certifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for internal teams and select customer interactions.
- Translate technical capabilities into clear, differentiated customer value propositions and application guidance.
- Own product performance accountability, including revenue, margin, cost, and overall profitability.
- Recommend pricing strategies aligned with market positioning and margin objectives.
- Develop business cases for new product investments, enhancements, and portfolio decisions.
- Lead product positioning, messaging, and value proposition development.
- Partner with marketing to create content, campaigns, and sales enablement tools.
- Own product launch planning and execution, ensuring readiness across sales, channels, and operations.
- Deliver clear, compelling presentations and product updates to customers, sales teams, and leadership.
- Communicate product strategy, performance, and market dynamics across the organization.
- Build credibility and influence through data-driven insights, strong execution, and customer advocacy.
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3 years of product management experience, preferably within industrial, electrical, or B2B distribution environments.
- 3 years of experience with forecasting, margin management, and financial analysis.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of B2B go-to-market models, distribution channels, and pricing strategy.
- Ability to understand and communicate complex product specifications, applications, and regulatory considerations.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder influencing skills.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally and drive alignment across diverse teams.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
- Up to 10% travel may be required.
Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.
World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.
Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $102,931 - $121,095