ICP Group

Product Manager, Adhesives

Andover, MA
Full Time
Experienced
Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of leading brands known for innovation, quality, and performance. Founded in 2015 and supported by a lean corporate team, ICP Group has scaled rapidly through organic and acquisition growth into one of the largest coatings, adhesives, and sealants companies in North America. ICP Group is headquartered in Andover, MA and has manufacturing and distribution sites throughout North America, Latin America, UK, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Within our Insulation & Adhesive Business Unit, we offer a portfolio of construction and specialty adhesives tailored to customer requirements in a broad array of industries.

As we accelerate innovation and expand market share in multiple market segments, we are seeking a proactive and market-savvy Product Manager to take full responsibility for our market-leading adhesives line. This individual will play a critical role in driving product lifecycle management including market strategy, product development and commercial execution across our entire adhesives range which serves the construction, kitchen & bath, furniture and footwear industries. Within the construction industry, we have a market leading position with multiple products to support steep slope (residential) and flat roofing (commercial) applications with an eye to expand our presence in other facets of the building envelope. We are looking for a strong, entrepreneurial leader who is excited to lead and support us on our growth journey.

The Product Manager – Adhesives will lead strategy and execution for all adhesive products within the Insulation & Adhesives Business Unit, which represents more than half of the total sales of the business unit. This individual will be responsible for gathering Voice of Customer (VOC), shaping product roadmaps, guiding innovation, managing pricing strategies, and enabling sales success across four key segments:
 
  • Roofing Adhesives – We partner with leading membrane manufacturers (e.g., TPO, PVC, EPDM), roof tile manufacturers (concrete / clay) and sell through leading roofing distributors.
  • Laminate Adhesives – We have developed market leading adhesives to support the laminate industry for kitchen and bath surfaces.
  • Footwear Adhesives – We supply sustainable and durable adhesives to the footwear industry to support leading brands and manufacturers including the supplier of military boots for the U.S. Army.
  • New Applications – Play a leading role on the team that is tasked with exploring new markets and developing innovative solutions that will help support ICP’s lofty growth ambitions.

The ideal candidate will be a cross-functional leader who can bridge technical understanding with market needs and help ICP win in a competitive, spec-driven environment.

This position is remote with 50% travel

Responsibilities:
Product Lifecycle & Strategy
  • Own the full lifecycle of the adhesives portfolio, from concept through commercialization.
  • Develop and manage product roadmaps based on customer needs, market trends, and competitive positioning.
  • Analyze market data and VOC insights to identify gaps and growth opportunities in the relevant segments.
  • Maintain awareness of code requirements, installation practices, and regional standards that impact our product usage.

Go-To-Market Support
  • Collaborate with sales leadership to define positioning, messaging, and selling strategies for each segment.
  • Partner with the EVP of Sales to align commercial efforts with product capabilities and value propositions.
  • Support the development of training tools, sales collateral, product literature, and digital marketing content.

Pricing, Margin & Portfolio Optimization
  • Develop and manage pricing strategies to meet margin targets and support market competitiveness.
  • Monitor product profitability and work with operations and procurement to drive cost optimization initiatives.
  • Identify SKUs for rationalization, enhancement, or re-launch based on performance and market relevance.

Innovation, R&D & Compliance
  • Translate VOC into actionable requirements for the R&D and technical teams to drive innovation and new product development.
  • Support qualification efforts and field trials with customers and contractors to validate product performance and application efficiency.
  • Ensure all products meet applicable building codes, regulatory standards, and third-party certifications (e.g., ICC-ES, Miami-Dade, ASTM).
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies to maintain product listings, technical data sheets, and compliance documentation.

Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Serve as the central point of coordination across sales, marketing, operations, quality, R&D, and technical service for all adhesives products.
  • Actively participate in S&OP planning, customer meetings, and field visits to ensure alignment and execution.

Job qualifications:
  • 5–10 years of product management, marketing, or technical sales experience in building materials, construction chemicals, or roofing systems.
  • Strong knowledge of adhesives or experience with adhesive-based product applications in commercial roofing.
  • Track record of launching and managing successful products with clear commercial impact.
  • Strong strategic thinker with sound financial acumen.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven business decisions.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Prior experience working with or within OEM manufacturers of TPO/PVC membrane systems, or with adhesive manufacturers (e.g., Sika, H.B. Fuller, Bostik, GAF, Henry).
  • Familiarity with VOC processes, ASTM standards, roofing codes, and product qualification dynamics in OEM markets.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, construction science, business, or related field. MBA a plus.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with a sense of urgency and ownership.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with evolving priorities.
  • Collaborative, yet confident in owning product direction and influencing cross-functional teams.
  • Customer-centric with a passion for creating solutions that solve real-world application challenges.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% as required.

ICP Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.
 
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