Director, Product Management - Mebane - Kidde Global Solutions

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Mebane, NC, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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

Director, Product Management

Location: Mebane, NC

Base Salary Rate: $194, $228,735.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

Kidde Global Solutions' purpose is to make the world a safer place to live by helping protect what people care about most—their loved ones and their property. Within our North America Detection & Alarms business, the Director of Product Management will play a pivotal role in leading product strategy, innovation, and lifecycle management. The Director will collaborate across functions to ensure that product strategies align with consumer insights, market dynamics, and business objectives—shaping the future of Kidde's Detection & Alarms portfolio in North America.

This senior leadership position is responsible for defining the product vision, managing a high-performing team, and delivering insight-driven innovation that enhances home protection and drives growth. The Director will collaborate across functions to ensure seamless execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for the North America Detection & Alarms business.
• Define and articulate a clear product vision aligned with business priorities.
• Conduct market research to identify consumer and professional needs, competitive dynamics, and industry trends.
• Partner with Consumer Insights to translate insights into innovation opportunities and product solutions.
• Lead a high preforming team fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Build and develop talent through coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Encourage a culture of consumer-first thinking, innovation, and cross-functional alignment.
• Define and manage product portfolios, roadmaps, feature sets, product marketing, and lifecycle plans.
• Set innovation strategy, timing, and prioritization in alignment with business goals.
• Oversee new product launches from ideation through post-launch analysis.
• Partner with Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure seamless execution.

Performance Management & Analysis

• Establish and track KPIs to measure product performance and innovation success.
• Monitor product profitability, market share, and consumer adoption metrics.
• Provide data-driven insights to guide portfolio decisions and resource allocation.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 10+ years of proven product management experience with a track record of successful product launches and lifecycle management.
• 12+ years' demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, manage talent, and collaborate across functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA strongly preferred
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think long-term and align product strategy with business objectives.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in leveraging data and insights to drive decision-making and product strategy.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to influence stakeholders and present complex ideas clearly.
• Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity and skilled at navigating evolving market and organizational priorities.

Compensation and Benefits

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.