Full-Time

Global Product Manager

Mobile Treatment

Posted on 7/22/2024

Xylem

Xylem

10,001+ employees

Water technology solutions for sustainability

Data & Analytics
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy

Compensation Overview

$91.5k - $164.5kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Houston, TX, USA + 2 more

More locations: Chester, PA, USA | Colorado Springs, CO, USA

Must be near a Xylem office; preferred locations are Houston, TX; Colorado Springs, CO; Bridgeport, NJ.

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Market Research
Sales
Communications
Marketing
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent; a higher degree in Business Administration is preferred.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in industrial water treatment and/or industrial equipment environments.
  • Experience in a global environment within a matrix organization.
  • Excellent computer, communication, presentation, management, and analytical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to understand technical issues and their project impacts, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
  • Flexibility to handle changing priorities and multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
  • Drive the profit and growth of Xylem’s global mobile business.
  • Define a winning end-to-end customer experience, including digital interfaces, and align senior management on the required investment. Support execution of the customer experience strategy.
  • Take accountability for technical form, fit, and function of mobile assets. Drive alignment on 'must have,' 'should have,' and 'could have' functionality for new offerings and upgrades.
  • Benchmark Xylem against global competition and develop a multi-year roadmap. Support regional commercial teams in creating annual operating plans and investments to meet strategic growth objectives.
  • Partner with global solutions and services teams to identify and leverage synergies between mobile and other Xylem organizations. Foster greater community between sales and business units globally.
  • Work with application, sales, and development teams to identify new product offerings and product changes needed for the mobile product portfolio.
  • Inform colleagues about Xylem mobile initiatives, strategy, commercial wins, and industry presence.
  • Develop a mobile treatment roadmap covering positioning, pathways for scale, and value proposition.
  • Collaborate with Business Units, Vertical Managers, and Global Product teams to develop global, regional, and local plans.
  • Accountable for developing business cases, product requirements, and understanding customer and market needs.
  • Specify market requirements, competition, market, and technology trends for current and future products.
  • Conduct product-related market research, Voice of Customer, customer visits, and close collaboration with local-regional product managers and vertical marketing.
  • Develop and maintain technical specifications and standards for mobile treatment solutions.
  • Oversee the integration of new technologies and innovations into the mobile product line.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards across all mobile treatment products.
  • Understand and provide insights for the S&OP forecast. Drive countermeasures if targets are not met.
  • Monitor sales, orders, and standard margins to reach targets, identify gaps, and implement countermeasures.
  • Provide strategic pricing guidelines across markets.

Xylem focuses on developing solutions to tackle global water challenges through smart technology. The company provides a range of products and services aimed at ensuring water security and sustainability. Its offerings include advanced water pumps, treatment systems, and analytical instruments, as well as hydrographic software through its HYPACK brand, which is used by clients worldwide for managing water bodies. Xylem serves various clients, including municipalities, industrial companies, and agricultural businesses, helping them manage water resources efficiently and improve water quality. Unlike many competitors, Xylem combines both hardware and software solutions, allowing for a comprehensive approach to water management. The company's goal is to promote sustainability and address environmental concerns while meeting the increasing demand for eco-friendly water solutions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$356.2K

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

24%

1 year growth

24%

2 year growth

24%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Xylem's acquisition of Idrica enhances its digital water utility market presence.
  • Growing interest in atmospheric water harvesting opens new market opportunities for Xylem.
  • Integration with ElectraMet boosts Xylem's industrial sector position in metals recovery.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging startups using AI and IoT may threaten Xylem's market share.
  • Rising raw material costs could impact Xylem's profit margins.
  • Global semiconductor shortage may delay Xylem's smart system production.

What makes Xylem unique

  • Xylem offers both hardware and software solutions for comprehensive water management.
  • The company focuses on sustainable and eco-friendly water technology innovations.
  • Xylem's HYPACK software is a leader in hydrographic and dredging applications.

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Benefits

Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.

Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.

Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.

Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

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