Description

• Support/lead teams in new product launches using Stage Gate Process
• Assist in product line strategic planning activities including R&D needs, operational team member requirements, and development of financial objectives
• Provide product training to the sales reps, customers, and end users
• Develop cross-reference guides, technical support tools, marketing and sales tools
• Maintain all product information for the product line
• Manage and lead day-to-day progress of a product line
• Answer product questions from sales representatives and internal departments
• Provide financial and technical justification for product selection and definition
• Develop and maintain external relationships with customers, distributors, and representatives
• Support multiple product lines by participating in all aspects of the product life cycle
• Conduct SKU rationalization projects
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Manage smaller product lines or stand-alone portions of larger product lines
• Conduct market analysis to develop product definitions
• Track competitive and market trends in company’s industry
• Collaborate with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities

Requirements

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects
• 2 years minimum work experience in Marketing, Product/Brand Management, Technical Sales or Engineering Management
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; especially when presenting to customers, representatives, and leadership
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
• Travel up to 25%
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Proven aptitude for innovative thinking and resolving complex challenges with creative solutions
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Disciplined and self-directed to follow timelines and meet deadlines as requested
• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Customer focused
• 2+ years of new product development experience
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field (in absence of degree, may consider relevant work experience)
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance