Marketing Commercialization Manager

Kidde Global Solutions is a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions, committed to innovation and quality. They are seeking a Marketing Commercialization Manager to orchestrate product launch deliverables and ensure successful market entry of new products through cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Define and drive the “How to Launch” process and operational rhythm — establishing discipline around timing, handoffs, and accountability
• Lead cross-functional launch projects, ensuring all marketing deliverables are defined, aligned, and completed on time
• Partner with Product Marketing, Brand Strategy, Trade Marketing, Creative, and PMO to align on launch readiness
• Develop and maintain master schedules, launch checklists, and reporting to keep stakeholders on track
• Own the commercialization side of the stage gate process, ensuring marketing deliverables are met at each gate
• Proactively identify risks, resolve conflicts, and remove roadblocks to enable smooth execution
• Build quality control and consistency into the launch process by clarifying ownership and enforcing handoff discipline

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in commercialization and product launches within a company manufacturing durables or consumer goods
• 5+ years of experience working within a stage gate or gated product development process
• 5+ years of experience in commercialization and product launches within a manufacturing company (consumer goods, durables, or related industries)
• Proven ability to manage complex project timelines, interdependencies, and risks
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence and align diverse teams
• Solid understanding of marketing deliverables and lead times required for product launch
• Experience driving process improvements and building launch frameworks
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are a plus, reflecting strong project and process management skills