Product Development Director | Fittings

About Waterworks

When you see the world’s most inspiring homes and hotels, you invariably find Waterworks in the mix. For over 40 years, our designs have elevated the bath and kitchen experience, with exquisite fittings, fixtures, hardware and more. We strive to be participants in exceptional design moments not just through our products, but through how our company name shows up in the world at large.

What gives us an edge over our competitors is our people. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each team member’s contributions to our mission. We empower our associates with extensive training, career growth opportunities, competitive salaries, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, and 401k retirement savings plan. We offer a generous PTO program (vacation, personal and sick time) with additional perks like some summer half days and a volunteer day.

The company observes at least 8 federal holidays throughout the calendar year plus a floating holiday that associates can use at their discretion.

The Product Director, Fittings is a seasoned strategic leader with deep expertise in product development, merchandising, and business management. This role is responsible for setting the strategic direction and ensuring excellence across the entire Fittings line of business (LOB) while leading transformational initiatives that align product innovation, operational execution, and financial performance. Acting as a cross-functional integrator, the Product Director partners with Design, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales to deliver best-in-class products, market‑leading assortments, and sustainable profitability for the Waterworks brand globally.

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Define and execute the strategic vision for the Fittings LOB, aligning innovation, design, and commercial strategies with corporate goals
• Partner with Executive Leadership to develop the multi-year product roadmap, investment priorities, and financial growth targets aligned with the company’s long‑range plan (LRP)
• Translate market insights, customer data, and global trends into actionable strategies that inform development, merchandising, and lifecycle management decisions
• Cross‑Functional Leadership
• Lead and mentor high-performing Product Development and Merchandising team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, cross‑functional collaboration and service excellence
• Partner across Design, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales to ensure flawless product execution, pricing integrity, and timely market launches
• Champion process excellence, leveraging best‑in‑class methodologies (agile product planning, stage‑gate development, and data‑informed decision frameworks)
• Product & LOB Portfolio Strategy
• Oversee the full product lifecycle for Fittings — from concept to retirement — ensuring a cohesive, high‑performing assortment that reflects the brand’s design philosophy and quality standards
• Drive portfolio optimization through rigorous analysis of sales performance, margin health, and market positioning to balance innovation and operational efficiency
• Lead category and channel expansion strategies, identifying opportunities for international growth and new product segmentation
• Financial & Operational Management
• Own LOB financial performance, including revenue, margin, and cost optimization
• Collaborate with Finance and Product Leadership to manage LOB P&L for all projects, annual operating planning, pricing architecture, and investment allocation
• Partner with Supply Chain on cost and pricing strategy frameworks, vendor negotiations, and data governance to support predictable and scalable growth
• Product Development Excellence
• Oversee all product development initiatives, ensuring design integrity, technical precision, and adherence to brand and compliance standards
• Partner with internal partners in Engineering, Compliance and Quality, along with external vendors to drive innovation, cost competitiveness, and operational readiness across global markets
• Leverage advanced PLM tools and digital platforms…