Watts is looking to manage the commercial performance of a given product portfolio through its lifecycle, including strategy, new product development, commercialization, and financial performance.
Requirements
- 8+ years of related Product Management ideally within target markets relating to the specific product line with proven successful track record
- Proven success in developing and implementing both strategic and financial business plans
- Relevant engineering experience
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office suite) required
Responsibilities
- Accountable for the development and execution of product portfolio strategy, including value proposition, value delivery model, product roadmaps and product lifecycle (new product development through obsolescence)
- Accountable for maximizing performance of product line(s) as measured via orders / sales growth, profitability and cash-flow generation
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Works 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
- Understands market need, trends and competitor intelligence for the given Product Line(s). Design, develop, track, and update competitive intelligence and market penetration database
Other
- This role does not have any direct reports
- Proven leadership ability to lead virtual teams and work across a matrix
- Sales Channel and or Management experience
- Must have 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
- Willingness to travel, as required.
- Travel 30%
