Product Manager - Liners & Tubes - GEA : Job Details

Responsibilities / Tasks

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we're not just building equipment, we're building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Working at GEA Group has significant benefits:

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

Are you passionate about driving innovation in agricultural solutions? Do you thrive on identifying market needs and turning ideas into impactful, customer-centric products? Join our team as a Product Manager in our Liners & Supplies Department and help us shape the future of milking technologies!

About the Role

As the Product Manager, you will lead the charge in developing and supporting innovative liner products that enhance the customer experience and drive growth. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our product portfolio, improving competitiveness, and supporting sales initiatives across global markets. Working cross-functionally, you will oversee the full product lifecycle—from strategic conception to market release.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the liner product portfolio within our milking solutions.
• Define and implement a strategic roadmap for product offerings.
• Provide commercial and technical support to global market organizations.
• Conduct ongoing competitor and market analysis to identify opportunities.
• Drive order intake and sales targets for liners by enhancing our product competitiveness.
• Lead and contribute to special projects.

Your Profile / Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Analytical Thinker: Strong problem-solving skills and data-driven decision making.
• Strategic Doer: Able to execute strategic initiatives with precision and speed.
• Collaborative Partner: Experienced in working across departments to launch successful products.
• Market Maven: Skilled in identifying market gaps and customer pain points.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering or five years of relevant experieince.
• High technical aptitude with a solid grasp of business and product strategy.
• Proven experience as a Product Manager in mechanical or agricultural engineering.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant tools.

Additional Information

• You'll predominantly execute tactical strategies that support broader strategic goals.
• You'll work closely with internal stakeholders across departments.
• You'll propose incremental innovations to enhance products and processes.
• This role supports decision-making across key business areas.

Why Join Us?Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. Here, your ideas matter—and your work directly impacts the agricultural industry. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to grow your career globally.

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000 - $90,000 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.

The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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