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Product Manager
Badger Meter. Define and execute the strategic direction of Badger Meter's Collection Systems hardware portfolio, initially focusing on SmartCover and Data Flow Systems solutions .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in product management, including product lifecycle management, business case development, and strategic planning for hardware portfolios. Proficient in analyzing market opportunities and developing product strategies in industrial and IoT environments.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Lifecycle ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentFinancial ModelingPortfolio Roadmap DevelopmentIoT Product Experience
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Hard Skills
Product ManagementMarket AssessmentCompetitive AnalysisAnalytical SkillsInvestment Recommendations
Soft Skills
CollaborationCustomer FocusStrategic Thinking
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeMBA
Industry Keywords
Industrial ProductsUtility ProductsConnected DevicesIoT-Enabled HardwareProduct Sustainability
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesIoT
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Define and execute the strategic direction of Badger Meter's Collection Systems hardware portfolio, initially focusing on SmartCover and Data Flow Systems solutions
- Serve as the bridge between market needs, customer requirements, business strategy, and engineering execution
- Own hardware portfolio strategy, product lifecycle management, roadmap recommendations, business case development, and market opportunity assessment
- Develop short- and long-range business plans and portfolio strategies
- Forecast business performance and coordinate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations on lifecycle planning, inventory management, and product sustainability
- Define and maintain product and portfolio roadmaps
- Develop product strategies and commercialization plans across assigned product lines and brands
- Develop business cases, financial analyses, and investment recommendations
- Support prioritization of investments based on customer value, market opportunity, and business impact
- Prepare market assessments, competitive analyses, and strategic recommendations
- Monitor industry trends, customer requirements, and competitive activity
- Attend customer meetings, technical symposiums, industry conferences, and trade exhibitions
- Manage product lifecycles, including introductions, enhancements, cost optimization, lifecycle extensions, and obsolescence planning
- Determine total addressable market and available market opportunities
- Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and Support Services
- Evaluate and support strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and technology opportunities
- Conduct tasks in accordance with applicable Badger Meter policies and procedures
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, Product Management, or a related field required; Master's Degree or MBA preferred
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive product management experience required
- Significant experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree
- Experience with industrial, utility, infrastructure, connected device, or IoT-enabled hardware products preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing hardware products throughout their lifecycle, including product launches, sustaining activities, and obsolescence planning
- Strong business case development, financial modeling, and analytical skills
- Ability to effectively partner with engineering organizations while maintaining a market, customer, and business-focused perspective
- Experience developing product strategies, portfolio roadmaps, and investment recommendations across multiple product lines
- Strong understanding of industrial, utility, connected device, or IoT product environments preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- Ability to travel to customer sites, industry conferences, trade shows, and company locations as required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive Pay
- Annual Bonus
- Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
- Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
- 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
- Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the retirement plan, up to 7% of eligible compensation
- Company contribution of 5% of eligible compensation to Defined Contribution account annually
- Access to a certified financial planner at no cost
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employer-paid Basic Group Life Insurance
- Employer-paid Short Term Disability
- Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
- Voluntary Additional Life Insurance
- Voluntary Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options