Hygiene Equipment Product Manager

Join Our Team at GEA Group!

We’re searching for a dynamic Product Manager - Hygiene Equipment to lead product management for hygiene equipment like blending systems, automatic application devices, and FutureCow. This cross-functional role focuses on driving innovation, technical support, and operational efficiency, contributing to GEA’s growth and profitability.

What You’ll Do

Streamline Processes & Data Management

• Enhance product setup processes for operational efficiency.
• Manage Material Master (MM) processes and execute data maintenance in SAP.
• Ensure quality master data and create Excel reports for decision-making.

Sales & Technical Support

• Develop sales calculators and provide training on hygiene solutions.
• Help automate tracking for hygiene equipment programs.s.

• Give training support on the hygiene equipment solutions where needed.

• Provide programming and hardware support for existing and new hygiene blending, hygiene dispensing, automatic hygiene application devices, and FutureCow.

• Support the refinement, installation, and troubleshooting of Nano Hygiene Blending Systems.

Global & Industry Collaboration

• Drive the introduction and market penetration of hygiene equipment into existing & developing markets outside of NAM.

• Drive integration of the CattleEye AI powered foot care system in applicable markets.

• Collaborate with corporate departments (sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, R&D, other product management areas and operations) to develop and provide product definitions and standardization responsive to customer needs and market opportunities.

Product & Vendor Development

• Create part numbers and Bills of Material (BOMs) visible in Sales Pro for seamless customer access.
• Explore and establish OEM/vendor relationships to enhance global sales opportunities.

Strategic & Financial Responsibilities

• Conduct financial modeling and analysis to set pricing strategies.
• Manage budgets to meet corporate financial and growth goals.

Experience & Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Science or Engineering.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of SAP experience.

• 1-2 Years of experience in the Farming or Agricultural industry

• Familiarity with automated chemical blending systems.

Language:

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Software Proficiency:

• Skilled in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, SAP, and Outlook.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Clear, concise communication abilities.

• Independent thinker and problem-solver.

• Team-oriented mindset.

Travel:

• Availability for 10-15% travel.

Why You?

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of SAP MM and integration with PM/PP modules.

• Expertise in blending, dispensing, and hygiene application systems.

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate globally and within the dairy industry.

Work Environment:

• Office setting with occasional visits to Dealers and dairy farms.

• Travel required for vendor and customer engagements.

Working at GEA Group has significant benefits!

• 12 Paid Holidays

• PTO - Paid Time Off

• Medical Plans

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Health Savings and Spending Accounts

• 3Tuition Reimbursement

• 401k with excellent employer match

• Wellness Incentive Program

• Employee Assistance Program

GEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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