Watts Water Technologies
Senior Product Manager
Watts Water Technologies, North Andover, Massachusetts, us, 01845
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.
As the Sr. Product Manager, you will manage growth and profitability of a given Product Line(s), including price management and controls. You will consolidate and articulate customers’ voice on New Product Development (NPD) strategy and ensure alignment with business plan. You'll be responsible for defining and maintaining product, customer and market segmentation. Part time travel may be required to support training activities. This role is onsite in North Andover, MA and will report to the Director of Product Management.
You Will
Develop and execute long-term product line strategyAccountable for growth and profitability of Product Line(s). Metrics to include orders volume, sales and Profitability for given Product Line(s)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 goalsDevelop and execute New Product Development launch [NPD] plans, including coordination of internal and external resources, investment budgets, marketing campaigns/ content, and sales plansResponsible 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 NPI launchesWork with sales, and marketing team to develop/improve product line go to market strategy and ensure sales resource and channel partner strategy/managementUnderstand market needs, trends and competitor intelligence for the given Product Line(s).Design, develop, track, and update competitive intelligence and market penetration databaseFocal point for global intelligence/ expertise on competition, standards and policy positionLeverage best practice from other platforms and shares with other Watts Water Technologies business leadersWork with Sourcing to create a secure an efficient supply chain for “system” deliveryBuild the mid-term strategy regarding priorities, partnerships and business developmentCreate 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
You Have
Bachelor Degree, Engineering, or MBA8-10 years of related Product Management within target markets relating to the specific product line with successful track recordExperience in developing and implementing both strategic and financial business plansProven leadership ability to lead virtual teams and work across a matrixSales Channel and or Management experienceRelevant engineering experienceExperience communicating complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts In It For You
Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experienceComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefitsFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave10 paid holidays and Paid Time OffContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursementAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programsLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
How We Work
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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.
As the Sr. Product Manager, you will manage growth and profitability of a given Product Line(s), including price management and controls. You will consolidate and articulate customers’ voice on New Product Development (NPD) strategy and ensure alignment with business plan. You'll be responsible for defining and maintaining product, customer and market segmentation. Part time travel may be required to support training activities. This role is onsite in North Andover, MA and will report to the Director of Product Management.
You Will
Develop and execute long-term product line strategyAccountable for growth and profitability of Product Line(s). Metrics to include orders volume, sales and Profitability for given Product Line(s)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 goalsDevelop and execute New Product Development launch [NPD] plans, including coordination of internal and external resources, investment budgets, marketing campaigns/ content, and sales plansResponsible 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 NPI launchesWork with sales, and marketing team to develop/improve product line go to market strategy and ensure sales resource and channel partner strategy/managementUnderstand market needs, trends and competitor intelligence for the given Product Line(s).Design, develop, track, and update competitive intelligence and market penetration databaseFocal point for global intelligence/ expertise on competition, standards and policy positionLeverage best practice from other platforms and shares with other Watts Water Technologies business leadersWork with Sourcing to create a secure an efficient supply chain for “system” deliveryBuild the mid-term strategy regarding priorities, partnerships and business developmentCreate 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
You Have
Bachelor Degree, Engineering, or MBA8-10 years of related Product Management within target markets relating to the specific product line with successful track recordExperience in developing and implementing both strategic and financial business plansProven leadership ability to lead virtual teams and work across a matrixSales Channel and or Management experienceRelevant engineering experienceExperience communicating complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts In It For You
Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experienceComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefitsFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave10 paid holidays and Paid Time OffContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursementAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programsLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
How We Work
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.#J-18808-Ljbffr