Head of Global Product Management Building Technology (m/f/d)
Inseriert am: 26.01.2021
GF Piping Systems is one of three divisions of GF, headquartered in Schaffhausen (Switzerland). The division is a leading supplier of piping systems made of plastics and metal. GF Piping Systems focuses on system solutions and high-quality components for the safe transport of water, chemicals, and gases, as well as corresponding services. In over 100 countries through its own sales companies and representative offices and with more than 30 production sites in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, GF Piping Systems supports customers in the fields of utility, industry, and building technology.
In this newly created position, you are heading the global Product Management within all companies of the Business Unit Building Technology (BT) and you are based in Schaffhausen (or Sissach). You will extend the global offering and launch new products in specified regions around the globe.
Head of Global Product Management Building Technology (m/f/d)
Switzerland, SchaffhausenWorkload: 100%
Your tasks:
Leading a team of 15 team members
Responsible for the global product portfolio management and product strategy including digital solutions
Responsible for the preparation of business concepts and product roadmaps for new products, product lines, or areas of activity
Responsible for the price positioning of the Building Technology products worldwide
Liaison with other internal departments to ensure the effective operation and production of new/revised products
Supporting and Coordinating product training as well as marketing and also sales campaigns
Responsible for market/customer driven PM team
Your profile:
University degree in engineering or business economics, or similar background
A minimum of 10 years of experience in global Product Management in the Building Technology Business in a leading function is a must
Understanding of available products and applications and their benefits in the Building Technology industry
Strong business awareness of key processes (e.g. operations, inventory, supply chain, and R&D.)
Proven experience in people management
Excellent ability to build up trust and cross-cultural awareness
Very strong in strategic and analytical thinking
English fluent, German is a plus
Willingness to travel up to 60% of the time (post-Covid-19)
Our offer:
We offer you a very interesting and flexible challenge in a globally operating company.
Have we sparked your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your complete online application.
For additional information please contact Mr. René Paparusso, Talent Acquisition Manager, phone +41 (0)52 631 37 86.
Recruitment agencies: Please note, for this job opening, we do accept only direct applications.
