XR Product Line Inspection Manager

Our Opening And Your Responsibilities

METTLER TOLEDO is a leading global manufacturer of precision instruments. The Company is the world’s largest manufacturer and marketer of weighing instruments for use in laboratory, industrial and food retailing applications. The Company also holds top three market positions in several related analytical instruments and is a leading provider of automated chemistry systems used in drug and chemical compound discovery and development. In addition, the Company is the world’s largest manufacturer and marketer of Product Inspection systems, primarily used in food production and packaging.

Role/Purpose

The Key objectives for the Product Line Manager, X-Ray Inspection is to secure continued and sustainable Profitable Growth. To fulfill this objective, the tasks and responsibilities of the job will include, but are not limited to, driving Margin Improvements through pricing, product mix and product positioning along with understanding the competitive landscape. Sales Growth must be pursued through collaboration with the PIUS-MO Sales and Marketing departments on all initiatives and campaigns aimed at Brand strengthening, market segment management, new product launches, sales booster initiatives and Key Account support.

The Product Line Manager will work closely with the PIUS-PO and SBU Product Managers on all Product Development, Cost and Quality initiatives, to ensure that the annual product line growth plans are aligned with the overall and global targets for the X-Ray Inspection SBU.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Together with SLXR and the Sales department of PIUS-MO, manage the X-Ray Inspection product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical execution in the Americas.
• Support the Sales and Service departments of PIUS-MO in growing the profitable X-Ray Inspection Product and Service sales through the MT PI sales channels and for meeting/exceeding product line sales and profitability targets.
• Provide support and inspiration to the Marketing and the Strategic Business Unit, in all efforts to generate leads and sales tools, to support the sales of X-Ray Inspection products and Service.
• Specify market requirements for current and future products by conducting market research supported by regular customer visits.
• Become an expert with respect to the competition and the market and share this expertise within the PI Division.
• In conjunction with the SLXR and PIUS-MO Sales management, develop and implement new product launch programs.
• Develop and maintain pricing structure for the entire X-Ray Inspection Product portfolio and propose price increases on a periodic basis, based on competitive strengths and market developments. All pricing initiatives and amendments are to be approved by the GM.
• Travel to customer sites with Regional Sales Managers and Sales Reps as needed to support the profitable growth of the X-Ray Inspection business segment.
• Act as a liaison between PIUS-MO and its internal Mettler Toledo suppliers as needed to support the growth and profitability targets.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.
  

What You Need To Succeed

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Act as a leader within the company
• Experience in Sales of capital equipment to the food industry
• Technical background combined with Commercial training and experience
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills
  
  

Minimum Education / Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 10 years of business/technical experience and a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Product Manager
• Demonstrated success developing and executing product line growth strategies
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Windows, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
  
  

Our Offer to You

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave policies
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
• A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
• Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
• A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
  
  

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.