Associate Product Manager

Watts Water•Menomonee Falls, WI

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. This highly motivated individual, as part of the Product Management team, will be responsible for supporting product lines from conceptual stages through end of life cycle to optimize profit, sales, and brand objectives. This position reports to Product Manager. This role is hybrid and is based in Menomonee Falls, WI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field (in absence of degree, may consider relevant work experience)
2 years minimum work experience in Marketing, Product/Brand Management, Technical Sales or Engineering Management
Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
Demonstrated ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects
Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
Proven aptitude for innovative thinking and resolving complex challenges with creative solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; especially when presenting to customers, representatives, and leadership
Disciplined and self-directed to follow timelines and meet deadlines as requested
Customer focused
Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
Travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

2+ years of new product development experience
General Applicable Company Competencies
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Responsibilities

Support multiple product lines by participating in all aspects of the product life cycle
Develop cross-reference guides, technical support tools, marketing and sales tools
Answer product questions from sales representatives and internal departments
Assist in product line strategic planning activities including R&D needs, operational team member requirements, and development of financial objectives
Manage and lead day-to-day progress of a product line
Conduct SKU rationalization projects
Provide product training to the sales reps, customers, and end users
Conduct market analysis to develop product definitions
Collaborate with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities
Provide financial and technical justification for product selection and definition
Support/lead teams in new product launches using Stage Gate Process
Track competitive and market trends in company’s industry
Develop and maintain external relationships with customers, distributors, and representatives
Manage smaller product lines or stand-alone portions of larger product lines
Maintain all product information for the product line
Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Product Manager or Company management.
Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)