Sr Director, Product Management

Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

THE ROLE: The Senior Director, Product Management will define and execute the global product vision and strategy for the $1.8B Applied Water (AW) product portfolio, which includes a comprehensive range of pumps, valves and controls for process water circulation, heating and air cooling systems, pressure boosting and potable water applications. In this role, the incumbent will also mentor a high-performing global team and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and execution excellence. Success will be measured by driving profitable growth through innovation, portfolio optimization, pricing strategies, 80/20 simplification, and continuous margin expansion. The role requires high-level strategic leadership, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to align product initiatives with corporate goals. This role will be based at one of our locations on the East Coast and will report to the Vice President of Strategy, Business Development, and Global Product Management. If you're a transformational product executive with a passion for leadership and customer-driven success—we want to hear from you!

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and execute the overarching product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Drive long-term business growth by anticipating market and innovation trends, regulatory changes, and industry disruptions.
• Ensure product initiatives support strategic priorities, including market positioning, portfolio expansion, and customer-centric solutions.
• Partner with Business Development and M&A teams to evaluate strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and investment opportunities.
• Oversee the AW portfolio, balancing investments across innovation, growth, and maintenance.
• Provide strategic leadership in innovation, ensuring the development of breakthrough products and solutions
• Coordinate with AW segment leadership to make data-driven decisions on product lifecycle management, including new product development, value-optimized design, compliance certifications, and end-of-life strategies.
• Support 80/20 product simplification initiatives to streamline offerings and enhance profitability.
• Conduct high-level market analysis and competitive intelligence to identify new opportunities and threats.
• Shape the company’s product differentiation strategy and enhance the value proposition at the strategic level.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to drive commercial excellence, go-to-market strategies, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic partner to R&D, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Customer Success.
• Support 80/20 execution, governance frameworks, and process optimization to improve product development speed, quality, and impact.
• Foster best-in-class product development processes, ensuring strategic alignment, prioritization, and execution discipline.
• Support and enforce frameworks for prioritization, decision-making, and performance measurement across product teams.
• Drive standardization and operational efficiencies across the product lifecycle.
• Exemplify our high impact behaviors and foster a culture of empowerment, innovation, and accountability.
• Serve as a spokesperson for the segment’s product vision, engaging with external stakeholders, customers, and industry partners and participate in Growth & Innovation councils for enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organization needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Science or a related field; MBA preferred
• 15+ years of experience in product management, business strategy, or related fields,
• 7+ years in leadership experience with proven ability to lead cross-functionally in a commercial environment with strong collaboration skills
• Proven track record in driving revenue growth, product innovation, and portfolio optimization in a large, global organization
• Strong P&L ownership experience, with expertise in pricing, business development, and channel strategy
• Strong understanding of pricing, revenue drivers, and financial performance
• Demonstrated ability to leverage analytics and customer insights to drive strategy
• Ability to anticipate market trends and translate insights into actionable growth strategies
• Ability to effectively align product, engineering, sales, and marketing teams
• Ability inspire teams and stakeholders with a bold vision and clear execution roadmap

DAY IN THE LIFE:

In this role, the working environment is primarily hybrid “office-based” with occasional exposure to the shop facilities and potential field elements in municipal or industrial water or wastewater facilities which may include weather extremities, use of PPE, exposure to hazardous material or loud noises. The physical demands may include but not limited to regular sitting, standing, lifting up to 25 lbs. In addition, in this role travel may be required domestic and internationally up to 25-45%.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.