Xylem Innovation Labs Open Innovation Manager

Open Innovation Partner And Communications Manager

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 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.

Open Innovation Partner and Communications Manager will work on the Xylem Innovation Labs team, a collaborative team-oriented environment, to support Xylem's Enterprise Innovation Team. Primary responsibilities revolve around spearheading Xylem's open innovation ecosystem program as well as managing the teams' external communications efforts. The Analyst will also conduct market analyses, technical assessments, and put together compelling business cases all in the pursuit of driving growth through innovation by bringing new and innovative technologies to market.

Open Innovation

• Owns and operationalizes Xylem's global open innovation ecosystem across the water industry and beyond, overseeing relationships with range of stakeholders including non-profits, universities, accelerator programs, customer innovation teams, investment firms, consulting agencies and research firms, etc.
• Designs and drives Xylem's open innovation partnership strategy to ensure Xylem has an early look at the best technologies in development globally.
• Strategy must include a broad look at entrepreneurs across types of technologies, stage of company maturity, and geographic distribution.
• Make recommendations on which partnerships support and negotiate sponsorships with additional partners as required.
• Coordinates with colleagues companywide to support and engage with open innovation partners, including attendance at external events, including open innovation partners in internal Xylem events.
• Make connections between open innovation partners, colleagues across business, and startup companies.

Communications

Technology Scouting

Other

Minimum Qualifications : Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License / Certification :

The estimated salary range for this position is $107,100.00 - $192,800.00 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, 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 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.