Senior Product Manager

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.

The Senior Manager of Product Management will oversee Gas Business Unit (Dormont brand) activities in the areas of; new product identification, opportunity assessment, lifecycle management of Dormont products including P&L, planning (strategic and tactical).

This position interfaces with all areas of Export and Watts including sales, marketing, operations, legal and materials management. Product manager roles within Watts Water Technologies are viewed as development roles for general management tracks.

What You’ll Do

• Execute the Watts’ Stage Gate Process (Project/Hopper/Idea Connect Tool) to generate new ideas and launch new products
• Develop and execute product portfolio strategy, including value proposition, value delivery model, product roadmaps and product lifecycle (new product development through obsolescence) focused on commercial grade gas appliance applications
• Maximize performance of product line(s) as measured via orders / sales growth, profitability and cash-flow generation
• Be 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 goals
• Be accountable for the development and execution of New Product Development launch [NPD] plans, including but not limited to coordination of internal and external resources, investment budgets, marketing campaigns/ content, and sales plans
• Be responsible 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 new product development launches
• Work with sales, and marketing team to develop/improve product line go to market strategy and ensure sufficient and effective sales resource and channel partner strategy/management
• Understand the market need, trends and competitor intelligence for the given Product Line(s). Design, develop, track, and update competitive intelligence and market penetration database
• Have a focal point of global intelligence/ expertise on competition, standards and policy position
• Create 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
• Competitive analysis of product categories including existing domestic companies and foreign competitors entering Gas Connector markets
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree: Engineering/Business Administration required, MBA is a plus
• 8 years of related Product Management ideally within the gas appliance target market
• Commercial grade gas appliance experience: OEM and/or Foodservice is required
• Proven success in developing and implementing both strategic and financial business plans
• Proven leadership ability to lead virtual teams and work across a matrix
• Sales Channel and or Management experience
• Relevant engineering experience
• Strong influencing skills
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with an emphasis on building strong team relationships
• Proactive, creative work style and a self-starter
• A willingness to travel, as required
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  
  

While performing the responsibilities 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. You 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:
• Works in an office environment
• May have regular exposure to the plant floor.
  
  

The pay range for this position is: $155,000 - $180,000.

The actual starting salary offered may vary within the posted range depending on multiple factors including geographical location, job-related experience/knowledge, and internal equity.

Watts In It For You

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn 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.