Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! 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.
The Role: Xylem seeks to hire an Assistant Product Manager to work with Product Line Manager in execution of business unit strategy and to meet preset product line goals.
Essential Functions:
Participate in new product development and strategic planning initiatives for the product line and assist in roadmap development.
Demand analysis in units and dollars for products and replacement parts, including margin analysis. Update forecasts under guidance of product manager.
Assistance in the development of training aids, product and application literature -case studies-, white papers, and other materials that will aid Sales Representatives in promoting the product line.
Review of product pricing including recommendations for pricing adjustments and review of special pricing requests.
Facilitate team meetings for the product line.
Support development of promotional materials with the company's Communications and eBusiness Groups. This includes product selection software, web content, social media and other traditional written materials.
Supervise Product Specialists when assigned whose primary responsibility is to provide technical customer support.
Participate in cross-functional teams to improve or develop processes within the manufacturing plant.
Travel as necessary to spend time with Sales Representatives, conduct training, and develop key relationships that help grow and drive sales to meet overall objectives. Travel internationally, to visit company global manufacturing facilities and interact with other product managers.
Assist in analysis of product segments for rationalization
Assist in or lead voice of customer exercises.
Provide technical assistance to Sales Representatives, Market Development Managers, and other customers including:
Answering customer inquiries regarding product application and provides special pricing within delegation of authority controls.
Developing and updating products with catalogs, submittals, Instruction/Operation Manuals, Price Sheets and other support materials.
Communicating with customer groups regarding product updates, competitive analyses, and other pertinent information.
All other tasks as directed by the product manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
BS. Mechanical Engineering or Marketing with technical experience. Preferred: MBA
5-10 years experience in the pump industry with technical/marketing field with supervisory experience.
Expert proficiency with Microsoft software tools
Salary range:
$70,500.00 - $126,500.00
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 diversity, equity and inclusion 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 embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and 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
