Senior Global Product Manager Industrial Valves (male/female)
Georg Fischer - June 7, 2025
(Senior) Global Product Manager Industrial Valves (m/f/d)
Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
At GF, we pride ourselves on being a forward-thinking leader in our industry. Since 1802, we have embraced innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality, adding value to lives around the globe.
Due to the promotion of the incumbent, we have an exciting opportunity available. In the role of Senior Global Product Manager for Industrial Valves, you will oversee the product lifecycle for our industrial valve portfolio, from strategy and development to launch and support. This will involve cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales, marketing, supply chain, and customers to define and deliver innovative, high-performing valve solutions that meet market demands and drive business growth.
Your Tasks
Develop and execute the product strategy and roadmap for the valve product line.
Conduct market research, customer interviews, and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and unmet needs.
Define product requirements, specifications, and business cases in collaboration with engineering and sales.
Drive new product development initiatives and manage the full product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
Monitor product performance and customer satisfaction; lead continuous improvement efforts.
Support sales and marketing with technical product information, training, and promotional material.
Manage product pricing, margin, and positioning to optimize profitability.
Act as the internal and external product expert, including participation in customer visits, trade shows, and technical presentations.
Your Profile
A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering with a focus on business economics or a comparable technical or economic field of study, and/or a technical apprenticeship with additional training.
A minimum of 6 years of extensive experience in managing a product portfolio in the field of valves (essential for this position).
Strong ability to translate customer needs into solutions and understand the impact of technologies, with the adaptability to manage change and competing demands.
A proactive mindset, with the ability to take the initiative and ownership.
Experience working across teams and departments, with a skill for structuring and coordinating different stakeholders.
English and German language skills at a high professional level.
Willingness to travel worldwide, up to 15% of the time.
Benefits
Clear Vision and Purpose: "We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision guiding us, while our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and Innovation Focus: We have high goals for sustainability and innovation. Let's work together towards a sustainable future.
Excellent Learning Tools: At GF, we provide development opportunities for everyone, including global learning tools, trainings, and specialized courses.
Great Career Opportunities: As a global company, GF offers numerous opportunities for career growth, supported by a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF).
Attractive Pension Scheme: GF offers an excellent pension plan for all employees.
Employee Counseling: Our independent employee counseling service is available to all employees for personal and professional concerns.
Family Time: GF guarantees expectant mothers a comparable job while taking up to a year off, in addition to paid leave for fathers and mothers.
Flexible Working Conditions: Wherever possible, we offer flexible working hours and the option to work remotely.
Application Process
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Address: Ebnatstrasse 111, 8201 Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Company: Georg Fischer Rohrleitungssysteme AG, Schaffhausen
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 standards, innovation through digital solutions, and an investment in a culture based on performance, learning, and caring.