What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Portfolio Manager position at Xylem?
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.
Job Summary:
The Product Portfolio Manager is responsible for technical leadership, process expertise and on-going support to ensure that product management processes and activities meet standards. This role involves coordinating portfolio with Commercial Product Management, Commercial teams, Quality/Operations Teams as well as Service teams. Lead Product Engineering and regulatory/market alignment. The Product Portfolio Manager works closely with cross-functional teams to address product issues, perform competitive analysis, and implement corrective actions. Additionally, this role involves training and mentoring product support staff and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
The Product Portfolio Manager is responsible for technical leadership, process expertise and on-going support to ensure that product management processes and activities meet standards. This role involves coordinating portfolio with Commercial Product Management, Commercial teams, Quality/Operations Teams as well as Service teams. Lead Product Engineering and regulatory/market alignment. The Product Portfolio Manager works closely with cross-functional teams to address product issues, perform competitive analysis, and implement corrective actions. Additionally, this role involves training and mentoring product support staff and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Develop product strategy and planning aligned with division and corporate goals
- Lead and manage product initiatives
- Lead engineering and process for portfolio
- Lead component selection and product costing
- Lead sustaining engineering, MFG and QA requirements
- Align feature set and capabilities with Market, Commercial team and Service Team requirements
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop and maintain product requirements and support
- Owner of product deliverables (specifications, drawings, BOM's, costing, controls, manuals, support documents)
- Technical leader and support with customers and channel partners
- Customer, technical support, and field analysis periodically required
Product Expertise and Focus:
- Process water applications in Pharmaceutical, Microelectronic, General industry (Market expertise preferred but not required)
- Market and application expertise preferred but not required
- Mechanical, Electrical and Process engineering leadership
- Controls and instrumentation knowledge beneficial, but not necessary
- Wastewater experience beneficial, but not necessary
Product Development and Launch:
- New technology development support
- Oversee product development process from concept to launch
- Define product features and specifications
- Coordinate with engineering, design, and marketing teams to ensure timely delivery
- Conduct product testing and gather feedback for continuous improvement
High Impact Behaviors:
- Leadership skills and vision. Must have initiative, strong organization skills and communication.
- Strategic Vision and Foresight: Senior professionals should have the ability to develop and communicate a clear vision for the future, anticipate trends, and prepare the organization to adapt to changes. This involves understanding the broader industry context and aligning team efforts with long-term objectives.
- Mentorship and Talent Development: They should actively mentor junior colleagues, helping to shape the next generation of leaders. This includes sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and supporting career development opportunities for their teams.
- Influential Leadership: Senior professionals must be able to influence and inspire others, both within and outside the organization. This requires strong communication skills, credibility, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Equally comfortable as team leader, team member and support roles
Travel Requirements:
- 20 to 25% travel required (MFG facilities, Customer sites, Vender sites, and other corporate offices)
- Varies with projects
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, or related field with at least 5 years experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
- Strong technical skills with proficiency in product management tools and software (e.g., JIRA, Aha!).
- Knowledge of market research and competitive analysis techniques.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously..
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey complex information to stakeholders.
- Solid project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Salary range:
$93,900.00 - $169,000.00
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.
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 Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Salary : $93,900 - $169,000
