Product Manager - HVAC & Fire - WILO

Are you an engineer with product management experience? Join an industry-leading global manufacturer eager to leverage your skills and expertise! Earn up to $140,000 per year, enjoy bi-annual bonuses, and receive top-tier comprehensive benefits. Take advantage of a desirable hybrid schedule and lead a growing, passionate team with a unified goal of success.

Wilo USA, a pioneer of pumps and pump solutions, is seeking an experienced Product Manager to join their HVAC & Fire team in either Cedarburg, WI or Rosemont, IL. This position is hybrid regardless of location.

Requirements:

• Engineering degree, business degree, or equivalent engineering experience
• Experience managing products in the Commercial, Industrial, Municipal, Fire or other specialty markets
• Pump industry experience preferred, but not required

Why Experienced Product Professionals are Joining the Wilo Team:

• Excellent Compensation: $130,000-$140,000 annually, based on experience
• Bi-Annual Bonus!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) and match, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO 19 days, 10 holidays, 6 sick days.
• Desirable Hybrid Schedule: Only work in office 2-3 days a week
• Extra Location-Based Perks: Employees of the Cedarburg office enjoy a brand-new facility including an onsite clinic and gym with trainers, provided at no cost. The Rosemont office only houses engineering and IT employees. With everyone working hybrid schedules, it is a very peaceful office environment.
• A Company that Cares: Be a part of a company that cares, you will enjoy ongoing training opportunities, Company-funded employee and family outings, community events and more!
• Supportive Culture: You will enjoy autonomy in your position and have guidance and support from a dedicated management team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with sales, engineering, customer service, technical support, manufacturing, shipping, accounting, legal, and purchasing any new products and changes to existing products to ensure timely delivery and target profitability.
• Incorporate sales forecast, market penetration, budget estimates, strategy, advertising, and research.
• Promotional efforts required to meet current and projected market objectives and profits.
• Work with operations and purchasing to ensure needed product supply based on demand projections.
• Specify changes in product demand so production and inventory levels can be adjusted accordingly.
• Develop personal expertise on products and channels including a complete intelligence file on competitors’ products, pricing, market share, performance claims, field activity, customer service channels of market distribution, and end-user preferences.
• Become familiar with product materials, manufacturing, packaging, and promotions.
• Implement product life-cycle activities
• Complete ownership of the new product process from idea conception to full product launch.
• Improve product margins by working with sales, operations, and supply
• Systematically analyze a market and be able to identify new applications or products.
• Drive product growth meetings.
• Travel 15-30% as necessary to various offices of this global company

About the Company: WILO USA, located in Cedarburg, WI, is a multinational pump manufacturer and one of the world’s leading premium suppliers of pumps and pump systems for building services, water management and the industrial sector. The last decade has seen us move from a hidden to a visible and connected champion. Wilo currently employs more than 8,457 people around the globe. With innovative solutions, smart products, and individual services, we make water move using intelligent, efficient, and eco-friendly techniques.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.