Davita Inc.
SKIP JOB Product Manager, Fuseal System (Little Rock, AR)Product Manager, Fuseal
Davita Inc., Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Your tasks
Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify potential markets, target customers, and key competitors. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, industry trends, and market dynamics to identify new business.
Own the Global product roadmap for Fuseal, Fuseal 25/50 and Fuseal Squared as well as the welding systems required for joining, aligning with global strategy and local market needs.
Evaluate and prioritize customer needs, market trends, and regulatory shifts to inform portfolio direction.
Manage lifecycle decisions: new product development, phase-outs, and obsolescence planning.
Partner with engineering to guide specifications, development priorities, and field performance improvements.
Define product positioning, pricing strategy, and go-to-market plans for new and existing products.
Own catalog accuracy, product definitions, and configuration logic related to joining and pipe systems.
Lead commercial enablement, including internal training, competitive assessments, and development of sales tools.
Collaborate with Sales, Business Development, Operations, and Engineering to address product availability, lead times, and supply chain risks.
Act as regional liaison with global PM teams, ensuring local voice is heard in global development decisions.
Represent GF at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements to promote technology leadership.
Your profile
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or a related technical field. MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
10+ years of product management experience in industrial piping, mechanical systems, or building technology sectors.
Proven track record in launching technical B2B products and managing mature product portfolios.
Strong understanding of thermoplastic piping systems and joining technologies is highly desirable.
Experience working in matrixed, global organizations with cross-functional collaboration.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of leading executive-level conversations.
Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic & international) in support of commercial initiatives, training, and customer visits
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Health care
GF offers a comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401k with generous company match.
Paid holidays
Paid time off include 12 paid days of company holidays.
Sport activities
We support the purchase of a fitness membership from the center of your choice with a subsidy.
Work perks discount
The discount program includes many different goods and services including appliances, electronics, theme parks, movies and more.
Your work route
Apply now
Who we are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
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Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify potential markets, target customers, and key competitors. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, industry trends, and market dynamics to identify new business.
Own the Global product roadmap for Fuseal, Fuseal 25/50 and Fuseal Squared as well as the welding systems required for joining, aligning with global strategy and local market needs.
Evaluate and prioritize customer needs, market trends, and regulatory shifts to inform portfolio direction.
Manage lifecycle decisions: new product development, phase-outs, and obsolescence planning.
Partner with engineering to guide specifications, development priorities, and field performance improvements.
Define product positioning, pricing strategy, and go-to-market plans for new and existing products.
Own catalog accuracy, product definitions, and configuration logic related to joining and pipe systems.
Lead commercial enablement, including internal training, competitive assessments, and development of sales tools.
Collaborate with Sales, Business Development, Operations, and Engineering to address product availability, lead times, and supply chain risks.
Act as regional liaison with global PM teams, ensuring local voice is heard in global development decisions.
Represent GF at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements to promote technology leadership.
Your profile
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or a related technical field. MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
10+ years of product management experience in industrial piping, mechanical systems, or building technology sectors.
Proven track record in launching technical B2B products and managing mature product portfolios.
Strong understanding of thermoplastic piping systems and joining technologies is highly desirable.
Experience working in matrixed, global organizations with cross-functional collaboration.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of leading executive-level conversations.
Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic & international) in support of commercial initiatives, training, and customer visits
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Health care
GF offers a comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401k with generous company match.
Paid holidays
Paid time off include 12 paid days of company holidays.
Sport activities
We support the purchase of a fitness membership from the center of your choice with a subsidy.
Work perks discount
The discount program includes many different goods and services including appliances, electronics, theme parks, movies and more.
Your work route
Apply now
Who we are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
#J-18808-Ljbffr