Head of Products - Remote

Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Product Line Advocate* Serve as the subject matter expert on the technology portfolio, supporting the various regional sales, marketing and applications teams, providing constant customer touch points, defining the pricing strategy, obtaining market and competitive intelligence.* Support sales and marketing with VOC development via customer visits and trade show attendance.* Collaborate with finance, sales and operations to ensure highly accurate revenue and margin forecast numbers. (SIOP)* Establish / maintain liaison with finance / build solid processes and procedures related to financials of products.* Build strong liaison with Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain & Manufacturing, Sales, Business Development and Marketing functions to build new product funnel, define value engineering efforts.* Be a customer champion to roll out new products on time and establish strong collaboration with regional marketing and sales teams to commercialize new products.Development of Product Strategy and New Product Development (NPD)* Develop strategic and tactical initiatives related to new product and solution introductions and drives initiatives through the Stage Gate process* Develop and manage VOC business requirements and use cases in a requirements management tool.* Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams on the associated technical requirements development, and assures requirements are being met through system test and beta test programs.* Work directly with customers, sales, marketing and support organizations to ensure needs are met and are driven back into the development process via Stage Gate.* Coordinate with engineering, planning, procurement, sales and finance to assure cost targets, solution availability and profitability meet business objectives* Develop and coordinate activities associated with the creation of technical, sales and marketing literature.* Data Analysis and Market Research* Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends and competitor strategies* Utilize data to identify new product opportunities and inform product development decisions* Track and report on product performance and make recommendations for improvement* Identify potential M&A targets and engage with the Xylem Innovation Laboratory team on relevant partnerships.Key Relationships* Consultants, Contractors, Plant Manager, End users, Service Workshops, Design Engineers, Utilities Directors, Key Supply Chain members, and Third-party sales channels.* Operations, R&D, Legal, Finance, Corporate strategy & Product management, Supply chain / buyers, Factory managers, Communications, Vertical marketing, Sales, Technical / Applications Support, both US and global.**Minimum Qualifications*** A bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering from an accredited institution, or a related field with at least 5 years’ wastewater or air pollution control / HVAC experience.* Strong interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills to effectively work with customers, business partners, vendors, staff and management from a variety of skill levels and different authority levels from plant laborer to senior executives.* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data.* Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and targets simultaneously.**Preferred Qualifications*** Advanced technical degree, business degree, or 10+ years’ experience in air treatment markets and technologies (municipal wastewater, solid waste, or industrial).* Familiarity with industrial, manufacturing and / or construction environments, resulting in an understanding of the practical implications of applying technical solutions in the field.* Knowledge of market research and competitive analysis techniques.* Familiarity with LEAN processes and odor control technology related supply chains (activated carbon, FRP, synthetic media, nutrients, chemicals).* Experience with digital/remote monitoring systems, preferably for air treatment.* Proficiency in product management tools and software* Experience in developing and executing new product development (NPD) and implementing product strategies.High Impact Behaviors:* Continuous Professional Development: Results Driven Performance: High performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)* Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility* Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.* Exposure to undesirable field elements at manufacturing facilities, treatment plants and pump stations or construction sites when travelling.* We are a global team supporting a global business. Travel, and some meetings, may occur outside of the typical office hours of your home region.* Travel: International and Domestic travel required, up to 25%.The estimated salary range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000 plus bonus.