Product Manager- Concrete Reinforcement Fibers

Company Description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Job Description

Role Summary: The Fiber Product Manager is responsible for the strategy, development, commercialization, and lifecycle management of fiber reinforcement products used in concrete and cementitious systems. This role serves as the technical and commercial bridge between R&D, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and customers, ensuring fiber solutions meet performance, regulatory, and market needs across North America.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Portfolio Management

• Develop and own the product roadmap for synthetic, steel, and/or specialty fiber reinforcement solutions.
• Identify market needs, competitive gaps, and growth opportunities for fibers.
• Define value propositions, target segments, and positioning for fiber products.
• Manage product lifecycle from concept through launch, optimization, & end-of-life.
• Drive sales through specifications

Technical & Application Leadership

• Translate concrete and FRC performance requirements (shrinkage, crack control, residual strength, toughness, impact resistance, durability, etc.) into defined product and design criteria.
• Engineering support for all FRC design & Slab Solutions (sales & customer support)
• Provide technical direction to R&D on fiber design, performance testing, and innovation aligned with ACI and ASTM guidance.
• Lead the technical content for product launches, including data sheets, engineering design guides, mixing and dosing of fibers, and specification language.
• Develop technical tools and design approaches supporting fiber reinforcement and fiber substitution per accepted FRC methodologies.
• Support application engineering, including fiber dosage calculations, mix design guidance, and specification support.
• Serve as the technical escalation point for complex design, application, and field performance issues.
• Participate in ACI committees, Fiber Reinforced Concrete Association (FRCA), and industry groups, contributing technical expertise to standards and best practices

Commercialization & Go-to-Market

• Lead new product launches, including pricing strategy, technical documentation, and sales enablement tools (SIP, PDS2PIMS, Loftware, etc.)
• Develop and maintain technical data sheets, specifications, fiber calculation tool(s), and application guidelines.
• Collaborate with marketing to create technical messaging, training content, and project profiles.
• Support key customer trials, pilot projects, and specification approvals.

Standards, Testing & Compliance

• Ensure products align with relevant standards and guidelines (e.g., ASTM C1116, ASTM D7508, ASTM A820, EN standards, UL, NSF SDI and ACI guidance).
• Track evolving codes, sustainability requirements, and industry specifications affecting fiber reinforcement.
• Support third-party testing, certifications, and performance validation.
• DOT – QPL Product Applications and Acceptance.
• Qualify suppliers’ fiber products as necessary – steel, nylon, etc. to ensure full compliance with Sika Specifications, packaging and labeling requirements.
• Establish and maintain supplier trading specification agreements for supplied fibers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in concrete fiber reinforcement systems, including synthetic macro/micro fibers, steel fibers, and/or hybrid reinforcement systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of concrete behavior, mix design principles, and reinforcement mechanisms.
• Demonstrated expertise in ASTM/ACI standards and performance testing methodologies.
• Established track record of managing products across both technical and commercial dimensions with measurable business impact.

Travel Requirements: 25-35%, including customer site visits, field assessments, and industry conferences.

Additional Information

· 401k with Generous Company Match

· Bonuses

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

· Paid Parental Leave

· Life Insurance

· Disability Insurance

· Paid time off, paid holidays

· Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time

· Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

· Education Assistance

· Professional Development Opportunities

· Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication

and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.