Sr. Director, Product Management - DEWALT Construction Technology

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™.  Join our top-notch team of more than 43,500 high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, STANLEY, CRAFTSMAN, BLACK+DECKER, and other strong brands.

DEWALT Construction Technology

DEWALT Construction Technology is transforming the jobsite through innovative solutions that combine hardware, software, AI, and IoT to deliver productivity, safety, and operational excellence for the construction industry. As a leader in construction technology, we are committed to building a world-class product organization that delivers value to our customers and drives business growth.

The Role

The Sr. Director, Product Management (Construction Technology - DEWALT) will set the vision and strategic direction for the DEWALT Construction Technology product portfolio, overseeing a talented team of product leaders across AI, IoT, and software solutions. This executive role is responsible for driving innovation, ensuring strong cross-functional collaboration, and delivering best-in-class products that meet the evolving needs of the construction industry.

Reporting to the VP, DEWALT Construction Technology, this role will lead and mentor a team of Product Management professionals, empowering them to execute on the product roadmap and achieve business objectives.  This position is based in our Tools & Outdoor headquarters in Towson, Maryland, though remote locations will be considered.

Primary Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Define and communicate a compelling product vision and multi-year strategy for DEWALT Construction Technology, aligning with company goals and market opportunities.
• Lead the development and execution of the product portfolio roadmap, balancing investments across AI, IoT, and software solutions.
• Identify and prioritize new market opportunities, emerging technologies, and customer pain points to drive innovation and competitive differentiation.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Group Product Managers, AI Product Managers, and Product Managers for IoT Solutions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the product management organization.
• Attract, retain, and develop top talent, building organizational capability to scale with business growth.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, UX/UI, Data Science, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to deliver high-impact solutions on time and within budget.
• Champion the voice of the customer, ensuring customer insights inform product decisions and go-to-market strategies.
• Drive alignment across business units and functions, influencing stakeholders and executive leadership to support product initiatives.

Portfolio & Product Oversight

• Oversee end-to-end product lifecycle management for a portfolio spanning AI-powered analytics, IoT-enabled devices, and cloud-based software platforms.
• Ensure successful launch, adoption, and lifecycle management of products, driving metrics for customer satisfaction, market share, and financial performance.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success, using data-driven insights to inform decisions and course-correct as needed.

Innovation & Thought Leadership

• Stay at the forefront of construction technology trends, AI/ML advancements, IoT innovations, and software best practices.
• Represent DEWALT Construction Technology at industry events, conferences, and with key customers and partners as a thought leader.

• Develop and execute the overall sales and business development strategy for the Construction Technology division, including SaaS, hardware, and robotics solutions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of directors and their respective teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Set clear performance goals, KPIs, and expectations for all direct reports and their teams.
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to company-wide strategy and decision-making.

Candidate Profile

Stanley Black & Decker seeks a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a proven track record in driving innovation and operational excellence. The appropriate candidate will bring exceptional leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, thrive in complex, matrixed environments, and is passionate about developing talent and fostering a collaborative culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 12+ years of progressive experience in product management, with significant leadership roles overseeing complex portfolios in technology-driven industries (construction technology, IoT, SaaS, robotics, or related fields preferred). 
• Proven success leading and scaling product teams, with direct management of Group/Product Managers.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML, IoT, and cloud-based software products, with a track record of delivering successful solutions to market.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, business acumen, and analytical skills.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with commercialization of new technologies and go-to-market strategies.

The Details:

You will receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

You will get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We are more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We are visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

• This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker. ​

• The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.​

• The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases. ​

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being. ​

• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are 

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company. 

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Learning & Development: 
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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