Product Manager

Quick Facts

About The Role

This position is responsible for managing the full product lifecycle of assigned product lines. The Product Manager will play a central role in new product development, product planning, pricing, competitive analysis, and go-to-market execution while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, supply chain, and marketing communications teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Line Strategy: Contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned business area; develop short- and long-range business plans; track portfolio performance and identify opportunities and gaps to support accelerated growth objectives.
• Own the New Product Development (NPD) Pipeline: Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and voice-of-customer (VOC) activities; develop marketing specifications and product requirements; support business case development to justify investment and prioritize projects within the NPD pipeline.
• Manage Current Product Lines: Manage the lifecycle of existing products; evaluate product performance and define actions to strengthen the portfolio; guide product enhancements, updates, and lifecycle decisions in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Collaborate with Sales and Pricing Analysis teams to develop market-based pricing policies aligned with gross margin objectives; support margin improvement plans; assist in managing product improvements, change approvals, and product obsolescence via the Engineering Request process.
• Support Marketing Strategy for the Portfolio: Partner with MarCom to assist in developing and executing marketing strategies; support promotional materials, trade show participation, product literature, training content, and distribution plans; ensure marketing efforts align with product strategy and business growth objectives.
• Represent the Company in the Market: Attend key industry trade shows and technical exhibits; present papers or seminars as appropriate to promote products and build market presence.
• Serve as an Internal Resource: Provide product training and technical guidance to sales, support, and cross-functional partners; ensure teams are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively position and support the product line.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marketing, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years of product management experience in a technical, hardware-oriented field.
• Demonstrated familiarity with hardware product development and product lifecycle management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in water treatment, measurement, or distribution segments.
• Experience in water or adjacent water technology markets.

Travel

• 15-20% travel required.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Annual Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement: company contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation; plus 5% annual contribution to your Defined Contribution account; access to a certified financial planner at no cost
• Employer paid benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
• Voluntary benefits including Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options