Global Product Manager- Water/Wastewater (Duesseldorf, Germany OR Colorado, US) (m/w/d)

Imagine yourself… Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you.Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.Owning your ambition and fueling your career growth. At Hach, a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better—faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. Motivated by the highest stakes in climate change and global health, we’re working together to develop innovative technologies that safeguard our water and environment. 🎥 Video: Water is Why – Evolving for Tomorrow What We Offer Flexible working hours and hybrid work model (3 days onsite / 2 remote)Professional onboarding and continuous learning opportunitiesAccess to the Veralto Enterprise System (VES) and a strong Lean cultureCareer development and growth opportunities within a global organizationA collaborative, high-performing team environment About The Role Reporting to the Business Unit Manager, the Global Product Manager – Water/Wastewater is responsible for the global profitability, strategy, and lifecycle management of a key product line within our nutrient online analyzers portfolio. You will play a critical role in driving commercial growth, translating market insights into actionable strategies, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver impactful outcomes across regions. This position is part of the Product Management team located in Düsseldorf, Germany, and will be hybrid, or in Loveland, Colorado, US. In this role, a typical day will look like: Business Ownership & Execution Own the global P&L for the assigned product lineDevelop business cases, forecasts, and growth strategiesPresent performance insights and strategic plans to senior leadershipDrive continuous improvement using KPIs and Veralto Enterprise System tools Market & Commercial Strategy Build deep understanding of customer needs, especially in wastewater treatmentConduct market segmentation and competitive analysisDefine pricing strategies and revenue growth initiativesTranslate strategy into clear commercial execution plans Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with R&D, Sales, Marketing, and Strategy teams globallyDrive go-to-market strategies and product launchesStrengthen sales enablement and value proposition positioningLead Voice of Customer initiatives and translate insights into product requirements Product Lifecycle Management Own global roadmap and lifecycle strategyIdentify portfolio gaps and growth opportunitiesMonitor product performance across regions The essential requirements of the job include: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field5+ years of experience in Product Management within a water, wastewater treatment, or a closely related industry.Proven experience owning or contributing to commercial performance (revenue growth, pricing, or business cases)Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a global organizationStrong English & communications skills Preferred qualifications: MBA or advanced business educationExperience with global product launchesFamiliarity with Agile, Lean, or Stage-Gate methodologies Hach is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5.5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Verlato's vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way. As part of the broader Veralto network, you’ll enter a world of possibility: search for your next exciting assignment on our internal job marketplace. Maintain your professional profile to enhance your visibility to internal talent scouts. Here you’ll have opportunities to foster your professional development and grow your career. We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may remain open for a longer period. We encourage your prompt application US ONLY: The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The compensation range for this role is $125,000 - $145,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. US ONLY: The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The compensation range for this role is $105,000 - $135,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. 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