Assistant Product Manager, YSI Biochemistry Analyzers

Job Description

Xylem |ˈzīləm|

1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots;

2) a leading global water technology company.

Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.

If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!

The Role: This person will manage day-to-day marketing programs and activities for one of our most unique product lines, the biochemistry analyzers manufactured by YSI. They will drive the organization’s short and long-term business objectives for these products, comply with regulations and standards, and protect the organization’s public reputation, especially as it relates to product quality and customer support.

Applicants at all stages of their careers are encouraged to apply, as there is flexibility to bring in early career applicants as well as mid-late career applicants who are looking for a new challenge.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement marketing plans for the organization's products/services in order to meet established sales or market share targets. Activities may include: conducting market research, overseeing product development and design; setting prices; launching new products; overseeing advertising campaigns; and monitoring sales performance
• Contribute to business planning at the executive level to develop an overall marketing strategy that is consistent with the organization's overall mission, vision, and long-term objectives.
• Define advertising objectives, recommend choice of media, and allocate internal and external resources so that advertising and promotion campaigns are effective, economical, and appropriate for their intended audience.
• Select, and manage ongoing relationships with, external vendors and agencies (for example printers, event organizers, graphic designers, advertising agencies, media outlets).
• Master the technology to the point of being able to train sales representatives in the main features and value propositions, and to help customers with initial setup and operation.
• Define the technical outlook and product roadmaps for the product line, including building the business case for prioritizing new product development.
• Monitor, analyze, and evaluate market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to identify market opportunities; adjust marketing strategy and plans to meet changing markets and competitive conditions.
• Liaise with other functional and operational area managers (particularly in sales, customer service, production, research and development) to ensure that marketing strategies and activities are integrated with other parts of the business and align with the overall corporate objectives.
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field (e.g., biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology biological engineering).
• Preference for experience in a pharmaceutical, bioprocessing, food and beverage, or other type of industrial laboratory environment.
• Preference for some work experience in a non-academic, business environment.
• Preference for understanding of CFR 21 and understanding of FDA-regulated projects, products, or processes.
• Able to travel up to 25% during peak times, to attend customer trainings, conferences, sales meetings, etc.
• International travel 1-2 times per year (must have U.S. Passport).

We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”

• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

(The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters and must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
• Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
• Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours
• Hybrid work is an option, with at least 20 hours/week on site in Yellow Springs, Ohio.

Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.