Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. **CORE RESPONSIBILITES:** Defining the product/solution strategy + Develops the product roadmap including business cases covering product positioning, value proposition per product line, volume, price and cost to serve as input into product development, and marketing + Manages the execution of the multi-year roadmap for the global product line including; new product development, value improvements, product introductions, phase outs and product training + Collaborates effectively with Vertical and Marketing teams to develop regional and local launch plans that will empower and enable sales (target customers, application areas, product brand thought leadership). + Instrumental in providing content development + Assigns and takes ownership of the Xylem Product Development (XPD) process by actively driving and participating in the tollgate process: by developing the business case, product requirements etc. with the understanding of customer and market needs + Understands and specifies market requirements, competition, market and technology trends for current and future products - Conducts product related market research, Voice of Customer, customer visits and close collaboration with local-regional product managers and vertical marketing + Develops appealing, and when possible, quantified value proposition which is validated through market research, voice of the customer, and other data inputs. + Frames the offering in a collaborative way, with key stakeholders, by packaging the product, solutions and services - e.g. develop offer per application and framing applicable value propositions + Monitors competition with respect to market performance, product portfolio, and product performance Sales and Profitability + Understands and provides data for the S&OP forecast with ownership of product sales and margin plan + Tracks sales, orders, and standard margin with the aim to reach targets, identify gaps, and raise the need for countermeasures to close the gap + Develops and executes plans for countermeasures of underperformance to metrics + Provides strategic pricing guidelines across markets - Responsible for updating and distributing International Price List (IPL). Lifecycle Management + Manages the product life cycle (launch to end-of-life) strategy and execution including identifying “sweet spot” applications in the market verticals by ensuring competitiveness of products (costs, features, price) and developing relevant business cases for decisions making + Manages the entire product life cycle through phase-out and responsible for keeping its assortment competitive + Provides ideas for technology development and Value Engineering initiatives + Has a broad understating of the competitors in the industry e.g. offering, pricing, and markets. + Drives and executes product launches according to the product marketing launch process in close collaboration with the Vertical, Marketing, and Sales Teams - Supports sales with development of targeted PPT presentations. + Responsible for resource allocation, keeping the time line and all preparation to do a proper launch in time e.g. strategic pricing, product availability, training material and plan, information in product selection and configuration programs, communications material etc. + Works with fabrication and material sourcing to remove cost while protecting the IP. Guardianship & Support + Product, technology and application content development + Participates in technical meetings, conferences, workshops, industry days, trade shows and association events + Accountability for the technical performance of the products as defined in the product specifications Branding + Ensures the product offering mirrors the product brand values + Thought leadership activities (e.g. white papers) by developing content and/or presenting + Collaborates with Vertical teams, Marketing, Engineering and R&D to drive next generation value propositions by a rigorous understanding of the VOC Key Relationships + External - Consultants, Contractors, Plant Managers, Design Engineers, Utilities Director, Distributors + Internal – Manufacturing, Field Operations, R&D, Legal, Finance, Strategy, Product Managers, Marketing, Vertical Teams, Managing Directors, Sales, Technical/Applications Support, and Engineering **QUALIFICATIONS:** + Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution, or equivalent. + A minimum of 3 to 5 years previous experience in product management in an industrial equipment environment (specific treatment industry experience is preferred) with at least $25M responsibility. + Demonstrated experience working in an international environment in a matrix organization + Demonstrate excellent computer, communication, presentation, management and analytical skills. Be able to resolve difficult technical and business issues. + Strong interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills in order to effectively work with customers, business partners, staff and management from a variety of skill levels as well as different authority levels. + Ability to understand technical issues and understand impact on projects, and effectively communicate these issues and impact to direct reports as well as other project stakeholders. + Flexibility in terms of dealing with changing priorities and dealing with multiple projects simultaneously. Preferred Qualifications + A higher degree in Business Administration is preferred. Masters degree in Business Administration is desirable + MBA preferred + Green Belt Certification + Fluent in English; multi-lingual capabilities desirable + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Strong project management skills with proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority + Be a self-starter with high motivation skills Additional Information + As required to fulfill the duties listed above. Other travel as needed or required by the company + Travel: International and Domestic travel required, up to 30-50% + Misc: Exposure to undesirable field elements at mines, treatment plants, industrial facilities or contractors site when travelling Salary range: $93,900.00 - $169,000.00 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation