Kohler

Digital Product Manager

Kohler$113K — $175K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science or related field.
  • 2+ years experience managing product backlog and leading Agile product development.
  • Proven digital product experience with a history of driving results.
  • Ability to lead the full product development lifecycle with Agile teams.
  • Experience in conducting customer research and developing customer journey maps.
  • Practical application of design thinking practices.
  • Familiarity with product management operating models like Scrum or Kanban.

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive the product strategy, vision, and roadmap end-to-end.
  • Manage the digital product portfolio with a focus on customer experience and business outcomes.
  • Lead customer discovery and research to keep the customer's voice at the center.
  • Own and prioritize the product backlog for Agile delivery teams.
  • Guide roadmap and trade-off decisions balancing various priorities.
  • Partner closely with Developers, UX/UI Design, Analytics, and business stakeholders for seamless experiences.
  • Leverage data and testing insights to define metrics and optimize the product.

Benefits

  • Access to applicable benefit programs from day one with no waiting period.
  • Performance bonus eligibility for measurable results.
  • Collaborative work environment focusing on strong Agile practices.
  • Emphasis on continual learning and embrace of new technologies.
Full Job Description
Digital Product Manager

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

The Digital Product Manager is responsible for the strategic elevation of Kohler Co.'s digital capabilities to provide associates, partners, and customers with best-in-class experiences.

This role focuses on creating digital experiences customers love-easy, seamless, and effective-while ensuring they also work for the business by supporting commercial goals, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. Partnering across business, technology, design, and analytics teams, the Digital Product Manager identifies problems-to-solve, translates priorities into a clear product backlog, and guides Agile delivery from discovery through launch and continuous optimization. The role also serves as a key connector across stakeholders, balancing user needs, business goals, and technical considerations to deliver meaningful outcomes through data-driven decision-making.

Primary Scope and Function
  • Own and drive the product strategy, vision, and roadmap for a digital product, journey or feature set end-to-end.
  • Manage the digital product portfolio end to end, with accountability for customer experience, business outcomes, and value delivery.
  • Lead customer discovery, research, and problem definition to identify high-impact opportunities and keep the voice of the customer at the center of decisions.
  • Own and prioritize the product backlog, translating business needs into clear user stories and acceptance criteria for Agile delivery teams.
  • Guide roadmap, release, and trade-off decisions by balancing business priorities, user needs, technical feasibility, and cross-platform dependencies.
  • Partner closely with Developers, UX/UI Design, Analytics, and business stakeholders to deliver seamless digital experiences across the journey.
  • Lead refinement and execution for delivering product outcomes that improve customer and business outcomes
  • Use data, testing, and performance insights to define success metrics, measure outcomes, and continuously optimize the product experience.
  • Communicate product vision, roadmap priorities, development progress, and key trade-offs clearly to stakeholders through regular planning and sprint review forums.
  • Act as the subject matter expert for digital product capabilities and experiences, helping align teams around best practices, business processes, and strategic priorities.
  • Collaborate across functions to identify process improvement opportunities, challenge legacy approaches, and drive scalable digital solutions.
  • Promote strong product management and Agile practices by fostering collaboration, clarity, and disciplined decision-making across teams.
  • Embrace new technologies and emerging market trends to solve complex challenges.


Skills/Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science or related field.
  • 2+ years experience managing product backlog, priorities, and leading agile product development with measurable outcomes.
  • Proven digital product experience and success in driving results.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead the full product development lifecycle with agile teams from problem-to-solve, discovery, development, deployment, and evaluation/iteration.
  • Experience conducting customer research, including development of customer journey maps and personas, to identify and communicate pain points and opportunities.
  • Practical application of design thinking practices.
  • Experience working in a product management operating model, such as Scrum or Kanban.
  • Knowledge of UX and UI principles.
  • Familiarity with Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) goal methodology.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $113,150 - $175,150. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

About Kohler

Kohler is a manufacturing company that produces a variety of products, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, and engines. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin. Kohler is known for its high-quality products and has been recognized with numerous awards for design and innovation. The company is family-owned and has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a goal of achieving net-zero environmental impact by 2035. Kohler has operations in more than 50 countries and employs over 30,000 people worldwide.
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Founded
1873

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