Deputy Manager - Product Management

Key Result Areas

• Timely development / localization of new products.
• Timely completion of FM / UL listing of relevant products.
• Standardization and design improvements for cost optimization.
• Implementation of products in Selection Software and their maintenance
  

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for development of Products for General Industry, Chemical, Building Services & Waste Water Industry including Pumps and Pump Package.
• Develop & Localize new products like End suction pumps, Split case Pumps, multistage pumps, horizontally or vertically mounted to address applications from above mentioned industries with help of other functions
• Owner of Product development activity & must drive Project to ensure activities are completed on time, meeting all requirements, including cost, quality & performance targets to support project plans & project execution.
• Serve as Primary product expert for assigned products Independently & Provide product management related support for all departments, mainly TSS / Sales, Production, QM, Customer Service and Purchase
• Prepare & evaluate product variable cost and highlight actions to maintain margins.
• Knowledge of various industry standards like ISO 2858/5199, EN799, HIS, ASME, FM, UL etc.
• For Selection portals & Digital platforms, provide support & technical inputs for introducing new products or maintaining existing ones.
• Conduct technical trainings to Sales and have close Interaction with Vendors/Suppliers to resolve product specification queries.
• Prepare & release product documents and literature during product release.
  

Functional Competencies

• Reasonably good Technical and commercial Competence
• Centrifugal pump knowledge is must
• Well versed with FM, UL, ISO, ANSI, EN, ASTM, DIN, HIS standards & specifications
• Knowledge about product development and accessories like seals, motors, engines etc
• Familiar with Product cost structure & tools like SAP & efficient in MS office.
• Knowledge of various applications and market segment is preferable
  

Behavioural Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Target orientation
• Co-operation and Teamwork
• Communication and presentation skills
• Team Management skills