About Us
We are a forward-thinking leader in our field, embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people's lives around the globe.
Job Description
As our Global Product Manager Valves, you will be part of the Global Hot & Cold Water Controls Category team. You will manage the portfolio globally, ensuring successful execution of product strategies, driving product performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
* Portfolio Management: Manage the assigned product portfolio and its performance, overseeing sales, profitability, market share, and brand strength.
* Strategy Development: Collaborate with the category manager to develop and implement global competitiveness and customer relevance strategies.
* Product Lifecycle: Support the product lifecycle process from ideation to launch and phaseout, including pricing strategies that balance profitability and market penetration.
* Market Insights: Stay informed about global market and customer trends, providing insights through VOC exercises and qualitative as well as quantitative market analyses.
* Innovation: Contribute to innovation efforts, participating in initiatives and ensuring successful product launches within product lines.
* Regional Collaboration: Work closely with regional teams to tailor product offerings, messaging, and go-to-market strategies, and provide sales teams with necessary knowledge and tools.
Your Profile:
* A master's or bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, engineering, or a related field (an MBA is a plus).
* More than 5 years of experience in product management or a related role within the building products industry (plumbing industry experience/training is a big plus).
* Proven track record of successfully managing and developing product portfolios in all 5 P dimensions, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Excellent skills in managing multiple projects simultaneously, alongside the PLC and new product development processes.
* Strong communication skills to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse management levels and stakeholders.
* A very good command of English.
Benefits:
* We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value.
* We have high sustainability and innovation goals, working towards a sustainable future together.
* We offer development opportunities for everyone, including global learning tools, trainings, and specialized courses.
* GF provides many opportunities regarding career growth, including a dedicated talent management process.
* Flexible working hours and remote work possibilities are available.
* We offer free parking spaces for all employees.
* An excellent pension plan is provided for all employees.
* Expectant mothers are guaranteed a comparable job while taking up to a year off, and paid leave for fathers and mothers is offered.