Product Manager - Heaters

Pentair plc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Pentair plc in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Product Manager for Heaters to own the gas heater portfolio lifecycle, pricing, and market performance. You will partner with Sales, Finance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to drive growth and operational excellence.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, product launches, and lifecycle management with visibility across the business. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this high-impact role.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in product management in industrial, HVAC, or hardware sectors.
• Strong cross-functional leadership with influence without authority.
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder skills.
• Commercial acumen with pricing, margins, and forecasting experience.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end lifecycle of the Heaters portfolio from concept to end-of-life.
• Develop a clear product strategy and roadmap aligned with goals and long-term business objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Lead launches, pricing, and in-market optimization with clear KPIs.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Pricing strategy

Product lifecycle management

Market analysis

Strategic planning

Education

BS in Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

Job Description: At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions. We have an opportunity for a Product Manager - Heaters to join our Charlotte, NC team. You will be responsible for the strategy, development, lifecycle management, and commercial performance of Pentair’s Gas Heater product line within the broader Heating portfolio. This role reports to the Product Line Leader – Heaters and owns the day-to-day product lifecycle for Pentair's gas heater portfolio, including product strategy, market analysis, pricing, launch execution and in-market optimization. The ideal candidate will combine commercial acumen, technical curiosity, and strong cross-functional leadership to deliver products that solve customer problems, strengthen Pentair's market position, and drive profitable growth. This is a high-impact individual contributor role with broad visibility and a clear path to expanded portfolio ownership. You will: Own the end-to-end lifecycle of the Heaters product portfolio, from concept through launch, sustainment, and end-of-life. Develop and maintain a clear product strategy and roadmap aligned with the broader Heating portfolio objectives and long-term business goals. Identify growth opportunities through market segmentation, customer insights, field feedback, and competitive analysis. Support the Product Line Leader with data-driven recommendations on portfolio investments, pricing, product enhancements, and feature prioritization. Partner with Sales and Finance to support forecasting, revenue growth, margin expansion, and mix optimization for the portfolio. Drive continuous product improvement by analyzing quality trends, warranty performance, VOC, and field feedback. Own product-level pricing strategy, value positioning, and promotional recommendations Monitor portfolio performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions. Collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to deliver innovative products that meet performance, cost, quality and launch targets. Serve as the voice of the customer throughout the product development process, translating customer and dealer needs into clear requirements. Support SIOP activities by providing accurate demand signals, lifecycle assumptions, and launch/phase-out planning. Partner with Marketing to develop compelling messaging, positioning, training materials, and sales tools. Support Sales, Customer Service, and Training teams with product knowledge, competitive insights, and field feedback loops. Support lifecycle management of the installed base through product enhancements, continuity planning, and replacement market opportunities. Monitor market trends, regulations, codes, emerging technologies, and competitive activity to inform roadmap updates and future investments. Support regulatory compliance activities related to product certifications, efficiency requirements, emissions requirements, and industry standards. Lead product launch execution, including business cases, go-to-market plans, and cross-functional readiness. Define and track product KPIs such as revenue, margin, attach rates, launch performance, quality metrics, and customer satisfaction. Partner with other product teams to ensure Pentair delivers a best-in-class total pool pad solution.

Key Qualifications:

BS in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred. 5+ years of experience in product management Experience in industrial, consumer durable, HVAC, manufactured goods, hardware, or adjacent industries Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence without formal authority. Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills Clear communicator who can simplify complexity and drive alignment Commercial acumen and comfort working with pricing, margins, forecasts, business cases, and product performance metrics. Understanding of multiple channels to market, including selling to and through wholesale distributors Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable recommendations. Curiosity about market dynamics, competitive trends, product innovation, and emerging technologies Passion for delivering high-quality customer experience and driving operational excellence.

Compensation:

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $82300 - $152800 / year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as, annual incentive bonus.

Benefits:

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive. Pentair had revenue in 2023 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 10,500 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.