Commercial Leadership Development Program

Watts Water Technologies

. Complete three 12-month rotations in Project Management, Product Management, Segment Sales Development, or Applications Engineering .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical acumen and problem-solving ability, with a focus on project management, product strategy, and customer engagement. Capable of analyzing market opportunities and performance data to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

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Project ManagementProduct ManagementMarket ResearchCustomer EngagementAnalytical Mindset

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingFinancial AnalysisTechnical QuotationsCompetitive AnalysisRisk AssessmentData InterpretationProcess ImprovementSales Performance AnalysisProduct Strategy DevelopmentPortfolio Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedOrganizational SkillsProactive Attitude

Industry Keywords

Customer AcquisitionBusiness DevelopmentSales GrowthMarket SegmentsCustomer NeedsContinuous ImprovementLeadership DevelopmentCollaborationAdaptabilityProfessionalism

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete three 12-month rotations in Project Management, Product Management, Segment Sales Development, or Applications Engineering
Build experience across product design, manufacturing, product strategy, and customer applications
Build knowledge of market segments, customer needs, and industry trends through market research and customer engagement
Analyze market opportunities, target accounts, sales performance, market share, and competitive positioning
Support customer acquisition, retention, business development, and sales growth initiatives
Plan, execute, and track cross-functional projects, milestones, timelines, and deliverables
Develop project schedules, status reports, risk assessments, and mitigation plans
Analyze project performance data and metrics to identify process improvements, cost savings, and operational efficiency
Build product knowledge and support portfolio management, customer engagement, market research, and competitive analysis
Conduct financial and commercial analysis, including pricing and profitability evaluations
Contribute to product strategy, roadmap development, and business case preparation
Develop customer solutions and technical quotations
Participate in customer visits and field experiences with Sales and Engineering teams
Translate customer insights into product solutions and business opportunities
Support technical product positioning and customer engagement
Develop and deliver customer and manufacturer representative training, including Level 1 training programs
Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Operations teams
Analyze technical data and customer feedback to support decision-making
Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations
Identify continuous improvement opportunities in products, processes, and customer experience
Transition into a full-time role after successful completion of the program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Graduation date of May 2027
Proven interest in leadership development and intellectual curiosity with a strong desire and commitment to grow into future leadership positions
Strong technical foundation with demonstrated technical acumen and problem-solving ability
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and in team environments
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret technical and business data
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn, ask questions, and identify areas for improvement
Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and accountability
Must successfully establish employment eligibility and complete all required pre-employment screenings
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency
Punctuality and dependability
Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and process standards implemented by Watts
Ability to maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees
Adherence to Watts’ seven Cultural Beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action
Willingness to rotate across locations and functions during the program
Ability to follow site-specific safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment when necessary
Ability to perform the stated physical and office-equipment duties

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Fitness reimbursements
Employee discount programs