Senior Product Manager

Watts Water Technologies • Export, PA

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About The Position

The Senior Manager of Product Management will oversee Gas Business Unit (Dormont brand) activities in the areas of; new product identification, opportunity assessment, lifecycle management of Dormont products including P&L, planning (strategic and tactical). This position interfaces with all areas of Export and Watts including sales, marketing, operations, legal and materials management. Product manager roles within Watts Water Technologies are viewed as development roles for general management tracks.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in related field of marketing/product management.
• Bachelor's degree, Engineering/Marketing or related field required, MBA is a plus.
• 8+ years of related Product Management ideally within the gas appliance target market.
• Commercial grade gas appliance experience (OEM and/or Foodservice required).
• Proven success in developing and implementing both strategic and financial business plans.
• Proven leadership ability to lead virtual teams and work across a matrix.
• Sales Channel and or Management experience.
• Relevant engineering experience.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with an emphasis on building strong team relationships.
• Proactive, creative work style and a self-starter.
• A willingness to travel, as required.
• Flexibility to relocate, if required.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office suite) required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the gas appliance industry.
• MBA or advanced degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Watts' Stage Gate Process (Project/Hopper/Idea Connect Tool) to generate new ideas and launch new products.
• Develop and execute product portfolio strategy, including value proposition, value delivery model, product roadmaps and product lifecycle (new product development through obsolescence) focused on commercial grade gas appliance applications.
• Maximize performance of product line(s) as measured via orders / sales growth, profitability and cash-flow generation.
• Be responsible for adherence to product line base cost targets to ensure fit with overall global plan while ensuring investments in technology, marketing, etc. are adequate to accomplish product line goals.
• Be accountable for the development and execution of New Product Development launch [NPD] plans, including but not limited to coordination of internal and external resources, investment budgets, marketing campaigns/ content, and sales plans.
• Be responsible for major reviews including Business Plans, Strategy Plan, Annual Operating Plan, and other periodic estimates that are required by the business. Inputs will include financial projections (orders, sales and profitability by product line) and specific commitments for growth from commercial programs and new product development launches.
• Work with sales, and marketing team to develop/improve product line go to market strategy and ensure sufficient and effective sales resource and channel partner strategy/management.
• Understand the market need, trends and competitor intelligence for the given Product Line(s). Design, develop, track, and update competitive intelligence and market penetration database.
• Have a focal point of global intelligence/ expertise on competition, standards and policy position.
• Create and/ or support the creation of training materials and lead training sessions to educate customers and Watts sales personnel on product technical features and benefits - Travel is required to support training activities.
• Competitive analysis of product categories including existing domestic companies and foreign competitors entering Gas Connector markets.

Benefits

• 401K Plan
• Flexible PTO & Generous Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Variety of Medical plan options - choose the one that is right for you!
• Sustainability - One of Newsweek's Top 400 of 'America's Most Responsible Companies' for sustainability performance, three years running.
• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees