Commercial Leadership Development Program - Watts Applied Solutions

About the Role

Kickstart your career in engineering with Watts Water Technologies! Our three-year Commercial Leadership Rotational Program is designed for ambitious, high-potential graduates eager to make an impact from day one. This program aims to develop the next generation of engineering and product leaders through three distinct 12-month rotations in Project Management, Product Management, Segment Sales Development, or Applications Engineering.

Responsibilities

Across the three rotations, you’ll gain experience in the following areas:

• Segment Sales Development:
  • Build knowledge of key market segments, customer needs, and industry trends through market research and customer engagement activities.
  • Support sales growth initiatives by analyzing market opportunities, identifying target accounts, and developing customer outreach strategies.
  • Partner with Sales, Product Management, and Marketing teams to support customer acquisition, retention, and business development efforts.
  • Assist in evaluating sales performance, market share, and competitive positioning to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Participate in customer visits, industry events, and sales training to strengthen commercial acumen and customer relationship management skills.
• Project Management:
  • Support the planning, execution, and tracking of cross-functional projects to ensure milestones, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and Sales teams to coordinate project activities and drive alignment across stakeholders.
  • Assist in developing project schedules, status reports, risk assessments, and mitigation plans to support successful project outcomes.
  • Analyze project performance data and key metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
  • Participate in project review meetings, customer-facing initiatives, and strategic planning activities to strengthen leadership, communication, and business acumen.
• Product Management:
  • Build product knowledge through training and portfolio management activities.
  • Support customer engagement, market research, and competitive analysis.
  • Help coordinate projects across Engineering, Sales, Operations, and other functional teams.
  • Conduct financial and commercial analysis, including pricing and profitability evaluations.
  • Contribute to product strategy, roadmap development, and business case preparation.
• Applications Engineering:
  • Support the development of customer solutions and technical quotations.
  • Participate in customer visits and field experiences alongside Sales and Engineering teams.
  • Translate customer insights into product solutions and potential business opportunities.
  • Partner with Sales to support customer engagement and technical product positioning.
  • Help develop and deliver training for customers and manufacturer representatives, including Level 1 training programs.

Program Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Operations.
• Analyze technical data and customer feedback to support decision-making.
• Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations clearly and effectively.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in products, processes, and the customer experience.
• Contribute to additional projects that support your professional development and broader business objectives.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• 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.

Working Conditions

Some rotations may involve work at manufacturing facilities, customer sites, or in the field. You must follow all applicable site-specific safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment when necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Ability to physically move around the office and organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data-entry tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly during meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Pay

The expected salary for this position is $80,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.

Benefits

• 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
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

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