Global Product Line Director, Cooling CSM

Summary

Join Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions as the Global Product Line Director for Cooling CSM, a remote role based in Europe or North America. This leadership position focuses on shaping the future of cooling technology by aligning cutting-edge solutions with customer needs and industry trends. You will develop and implement a comprehensive global strategy, lead cross-functional teams, and drive innovation and profitability. The ideal candidate possesses extensive expertise in chemical treatment products and monitoring systems for cooling applications. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in product management, sales, or marketing within the cooling water treatment industry, ideally in Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM)
• Proven track record in creating and executing strategic visions for product lines, including lifecycle management and profitability analysis
• Strong understanding of cooling system chemistry, water treatment technologies, and monitoring systems
• Experience in developing and managing chemical treatment products
• Success in leading cross-functional teams to develop and launch new solutions
• Outstanding communication abilities, with experience presenting complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Experience working with diverse, global teams in the water treatment sector
• Commercial acumen - ideally built within the cooling water treatment business - including pricing strategies and market positioning
• In-depth knowledge of global customers and competitors in the cooling water treatment industry
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and environmental considerations

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the global cooling product line strategy and vision
• Chair the product line global centre of excellence (COE)
• Engage with customers and industry to gather market intelligence
• Manage ROI for core projects and investments
• Govern projects and product management KPIs
• Own NPI projects and present at growth boards
• Support product launch processes and marketing collateral development
• Contribute to price book setting and margin improvement initiatives
• Drive direct material productivity improvement and cost optimisation
• Ensure EHS and ethical standards are maintained

Preferred Qualifications

Ideally a degree or equivalent industry experience in chemical engineering, chemistry, or MBA

Benefits

• A collaborative culture that celebrates diverse perspectives
• Mentorship and career development programmes
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
• A competitive compensation and benefits package