Product Manager II

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success. People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today. At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products. Job Description - Product Manager II REPORTS TO: Lead Product Manager PURPOSE OF POSITION: Product Management plays a key role at the intersection of customer/market requirements and the product development and production activities that ultimately serve these needs. The main goals of the Product Manager are to: • Seek out the voice of the customer and carry it throughout the organization • Develop a product roadmap focused on customer needs and aligned with company goals • Facilitate and improve the cross functional processes which are critical to delivering on our promises • Foster a culture of excellence and innovation which will enable us to exceed our customers’ expectations This position will be responsible for managing the GIW® Slurry Pumps LSA range and related product lines for the Dredge market. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Guided, self-performed and/or delegated as determined by grade Collect Market Feedback • Actively seek out and gather customer feedback through direct communication and sales channels • Monitor market performance of assigned products • Understand and continually seek new knowledge of the markets and applications where assigned products are used, as well as the competitive environment in which they are applied • Organize and coordinate calls, meetings, and visits as needed to establish and maintain open communication Define Product Requirements • Maintain a roadmap and platform for each assigned product based on organizational goals and product positioning and alignment strategy • Develop and maintain functional specifications for assigned product ranges and lead in the definition and establishment of such specifications for new products • Own the product vision and communicate it throughout the organization • Organize and define customer specific product specifications and oversee their execution from development all the way through commissioning and operation • Screen and develop new ideas, managing and prioritizing their development in alignment with organizational goals and strategy • Develop business plans and strategies for product marketing and sourcing, in coordination with sales and operations, based on the market requirements of each product Pricing • Establish and maintain list prices based on market requirements and optimization of revenues and contribution margin • Monitor and manage costs and complexity through project based strategic initiatives and ongoing product maintenance • Perform business analyses in support of new products and new partnerships Product Launch • Organize and deliver product training and demos to internal and external customers and enable the relay of key product training by front-end sales personnel through comprehensive training programs and documentation • Understand and communicate the unique value proposition for all assigned products • Seek out new applications and regions for existing products • Promote and manage field trials for new products and/or markets • Act as Project Manager in support of specific product initiatives, prototype development, and business process improvements Product Maintenance and Life Cycle Management • Establish and maintain product configurations based on market needs to exceed customer expectations in all facets (price, lead time, quality) in a sustainable and profitable manner • Manage product changes, upgrades, and phase in / phase out activities • Manage and support licensees and seek out new strategic partnerships in support of the global supply chain Cross-Functional Support • Maintain and share product expertise through documentation, training, and direct communication • Ensure the availability, accuracy, relevance, and consistency of product documentation and related materials • Bring the voice of the customer to all aspects of product design, manufacture, and cross-functional processes • Facilitate and expedite cross-functional communication to improve customer-focused results • Support operations in establishing reliable forecasting for effective inventory planning and global supply chain management • Support marketing communications in generating press releases, promotional materials, and content for trade shows and conferences (including participation) • Support sales in quotation, market analysis, and scope management activities Process Implementation, Improvement, and Management • Develop and maintain procedures and work instructions for department and cross-functional processes • Initiate, organize, and participate in the establishment of new processes and related improvement efforts • Identify, coordinate, and lead project based improvement efforts throughout the organization SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPECTATIONS: Technology • MS Office (Proficient) • SAP or similar (Proficient) • Minitab or similar (Familiar) Knowledge • Engineering Fundamentals • Economics and Marketing (Familiar) • Statistics (Familiar) Language • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication • English (Fluent) • Foreign (Preference) Leadership • Peer Leader • Team Builder Managerial • None Travel • Up to 15% (portions unaccompanied) EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE: Education and Certifications • 4 year degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline OR • 4 year non-technical degree with relevant skills/training Experience • 3 to 5 years in centrifugal pumps and/or mining KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects. KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services, industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing acilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success. At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. 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