Hybrid Project Manager – Product Management Operations

at Xylem

• Job title: Project Manager – Product Management Operations
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Vault
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Morton Grove, United States

About the role

• Project Manager for Product Management Operations at Xylem. Driving operational excellence and collaboration across product management initiatives in the water technology sector.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Management Strategy Execution
• Assist in implementing product operations strategies, including process improvements, tool adoption, and data governance.
• Execute Product Line Simplification (PLS) Activities
• Manage day-to-day execution of PLS projects.
• Ensure alignment with business goals and strategy targets.
• Execute annual/as needed pricing activities.
• Coordinate IT request prioritization for systems such as Systemwize, Esp_Rep, Solver, and LN.
• Heavily support system rollouts and integrations including Solver, SAP & PIM.
• Implement directional changes from Product Management including, end of life process, fire sales, return to vendor opportunities.
• Champion the use of AI tools and technologies to enhance product management workflows and decision-making.
• Create, track and execute in the rollout and maintenance of ECR processes to improve accountability and operational rigor.
• Manage & complete wholesaler data requests and offerings, ensuring accuracy and responsiveness to channel needs.
• Facilitate communication between product management, engineering, marketing, and sales to ensure alignment and execution of product initiatives.
• Lead or support special projects involving product management operations, such as PIM, InSkill, and SAP-related initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in product management, operations, or related discipline
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in tools such as LN, ESP_Rep, Systemwize, Global Vault, Business Objects and data analysis platforms
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Deep understanding with product lifecycle management and operational workflows
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a high-paced, operationally complex setting and meet deadlines
• 10% Travel

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement