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Director, Product Management, Utility Services
Director, Product Management, Utility ServicesXylem • Sarasota, Florida, USA
Director, Product Management, Utility Services

Director, Product Management, Utility Services

Xylem • Sarasota, Florida, USA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Roadmap

  • Define and execute the global product strategy and multi-year roadmap including new product development value improvements introductions and phase-outs.
  • Develop business cases for product positioning pricing and value propositions to guide development and marketing.
  • Collaborate with Vertical Marketing to create regional launch plans and content that enable sales and thought leadership.
  • Lead the XPD process ensuring customer and market needs are reflected in product requirements and business cases.
  • Conduct market research Voice of Customer (VOC) activities and competitive analysis to inform product decisions.

Sales & Profitability

  • Own global product sales and margin plans; monitor performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Provide strategic pricing guidelines across markets.
  • Identify opportunities to maximize profitability through value engineering and portfolio optimization.
  • Lifecycle Management

  • Manage products from launch through end-of-life ensuring competitiveness in cost features and pricing.
  • Drive product launches in collaboration with Marketing Sales and Operations ensuring timely execution and resource alignment.
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor offerings to inform lifecycle decisions.
  • Branding & Thought Leadership

  • Ensure product offerings align with brand values.
  • Develop and validate compelling value propositions through research and VOC.
  • Contribute to thought leadership through content creation (e.g. white papers) and participation in industry events.
  • Leadership & Team Development

  • Foster an inclusive high-performance culture focused on quality continuous improvement and employee development.
  • Build and develop a strong team through effective hiring coaching and succession planning.
  • Promote health safety and customer-centric behaviors across the organization.
  • High-Impact Behaviors

  • Strategic Decision-Making : Assess complex situations and make decisions aligned with organizational goals.
  • Effective Communication : Communicate vision and expectations clearly; actively listen and encourage input.
  • Team Development : Mentor and create opportunities for professional growth fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Key Relationships

    Collaborate with internal teams (Operations R&D Marketing Finance Legal Sales) and external stakeholders (consultants contractors distributors end users).

    Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Civil Environmental Mechanical Electrical or Chemical Engineering or MBA (or equivalent).
  • 510 years of product management experience in industrial equipment; pump industry experience preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage portfolios of $50M.
  • Strong analytical communication and project management skills.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.
  • Willingness to travel internationally and domestically (up to 50%).
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Green Belt Certification
  • The estimated salary range for this position is $150000 to $180000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package including Medical Dental and Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

    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 inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

    At Xylem youll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our 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 Xylems transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

    Required Experience :

    Director

    Key Skills

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    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 150000 - 180000

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