Product Manager - Water Treatment Sector

Xylem; Saonara; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global water technology company based in Italy is seeking a Product Manager to lead the commercialization of the Taron Activated Sludge Filter. This role requires at least 10 years of experience in the water sector, fluency in English and Italian, and strong leadership skills. The position supports hybrid work and entails responsibilities in product management and business development. Join us to make sustainable water solutions a reality.

Servizi

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive total rewards programs

Employee networks promoting diversity

Competenze

• Minimum of 10 years experience in the water sector.
• Fluent in English and Italian (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel approximately 30%, mainly within Europe.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute the commercialization plan for Taron Activated Sludge Filter.
• Manage and grow a small core team to drive the business forward.
• Conduct market research and customer visits to inform product development.

Conoscenze

Sales leadership

Product management

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Descrizione del lavoro

XYLEM BRAND

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for managing, developing, and driving profitable business growth for the Taron Activated Sludge Filter product line. It is a hybrid product management-business development role where the Product Manager will develop and execute the commercialization plan for this product line and integrated solutions utilizing licensed technology from one of Xylem’s manufacturing partners. The business will operate as a highly agile startup within the treatment sector, driven by a commercial owner (this role) and a technical owner.

The role requires interaction across the business to leverage existing resources and teams, while directly managing a small core team to grow this new business. Commercialization should be initiated concurrently in targeted emerging and developed markets, with offerings tailored to their needs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 10 years experience in the water sector
• Experience in a sales leadership, operations leadership, or product management role
• Fluent in English and Italian (written and spoken)
• Willingness to travel approximately 30%, mainly within Europe and once a year to the USA
• Experience with biological processes is a plus
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive action
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

LOCATION

The main onsite work and training will be in Montecchio Maggiore (VI) and Rome. Hybrid or remote work modes are also supported.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Business Development

• Develop strategies and actionable plans for the commercialization of Taron Activated Sludge Filter
• Assess potential new markets and develop go-to-market strategies
• Monitor order performance, revenue, and gross margin to track progress and implement timely countermeasures
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop targeted lead generation and branding campaigns
• Identify market adjacency opportunities and onboard channel partners to accelerate growth

Product Management

• Manage the execution of the multi-year product roadmap, including new product development, improvements, and phase-outs
• Coordinate with global product managers and marketing teams
• Drive and participate in the product tollgate process, developing business cases and product requirements
• Conduct market research, customer visits, and Voice of Customer activities to inform product development

About Xylem

Xylem, pronounced zīləm, is a leading global water technology company with over 17,000 employees dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues. We provide efficient, innovative, and sustainable water solutions to improve water use, management, conservation, and reuse. Our organization values inclusion and diversity, fostering an environment where everyone can contribute their authentic selves and ideas.

What We Offer

• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive total rewards programs
• Watermark CSR initiative supporting water access and education
• Employee networks promoting diversity and support