Product Manager

About Saige Partners:

At Saige Partners, we take pride in partnering with innovative industry leaders. Our top client is a global powerhouse that is at the forefront of transforming industries and solving complex challenges. As a part of this exciting journey, you'll join a company that values creativity, diversity, and professional growth. We offer competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, and a workplace that celebrates different perspectives.

Position Overview:

Are you ready to lead product innovation and shape the future of a dynamic product portfolio? This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge global organization based in the Des Moines, IA area, where you'll work closely with international teams, customers, sales, engineering, and marketing experts. In this role, you'll be responsible for driving the entire lifecycle of existing products, while defining and launching new products and enhancements that expand market share and open doors to new industries. Your strategic insights and leadership will be key in defining product directions and creating groundbreaking business opportunities.

As the product champion, you'll drive forward-thinking strategies, analyze market trends, and build a roadmap for success. You’ll play a pivotal role in transforming business performance through financial management and smart business decisions—focusing on increasing profitability and improving customer satisfaction. This is your chance to lead product innovation and make an impact on a global scale.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Master the Market:
• Keep a pulse on the competition by staying ahead of market trends and competitive products.
• Dive deep into customer needs and use cases, finding new opportunities to expand existing products into new markets.
• Take your expertise directly to customers—traveling to their sites to gain firsthand insights and develop stronger relationships.

• Drive Profitable Growth:
• Own the financials: drive profitability, supply chain resilience, and global reach to increase market share.
• Lead initiatives that shorten lead times and improve product lifecycle efficiency.
• Drive product enhancements that breathe new life into existing products, ensuring they remain competitive and relevant.
• Analyze key business metrics like bookings, market participation, and quote conversion rates to proactively develop corrective actions.
• Work hand-in-hand with country sales teams to implement tiering strategies that drive both revenue growth and margin improvement.

• Become the Voice of Your Product:
• Be the face of your product—creating technical content, presenting at industry events, and sharing success stories to inspire others.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop compelling sales collateral and broaden product awareness.
• Develop user-friendly documentation, marketing materials, and training content that empowers teams and customers alike.
• Serve as a go-to subject matter expert, resolving product-related challenges and providing strategic guidance.
• Train and empower sales and service teams, equipping them with the knowledge and resources to succeed.
• Support educational initiatives by contributing to training materials and courses.

Who You Are:

You’re a natural leader with a passion for exceeding expectations. You have a proven track record of delivering results and inspiring others to do the same. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are not afraid to share fresh ideas and diverse perspectives.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Marketing, or a related field with 5 years of industry experience, OR an MBA with a technical undergraduate degree and 2 years of industry experience.
• A strong engineering or technical background that allows you to analyze customer needs, perform competitive research, and drive product development.
• Proven experience in Industrial B2B sales, with a knack for understanding complex products and customer applications.
• Familiarity with process control or similar industries, including knowledge of competitive products, customer segments, and applications.
• Deep understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of control valves or similar products.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to connect with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• A global mindset—comfortable building relationships and working across diverse teams and regions.
• A high level of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship will not be provided for this position).

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• An MBA or other advanced degrees.
• 5 years of experience in product management, engineering, or a related field, with a proven track record of success.