Key skills
Product ManagementWelding Processes - MIGWelding Processes - TIGWelding Processes - FCAWStainless-Steel AlloysFiller Metal ApplicationsAWS Welding StandardsISO Welding StandardsMetallurgyMaterials ScienceStakeholder ManagementRAWSCommunicationSales
About this role
ESAB Corporation is a global leader in connected fabrication technology and gas control solutions, founded in 1904. They are seeking a Product Manager for Filler Metals to own the strategy and lifecycle management of their stainless steel and low alloy solid wire portfolio, bridging marketing, sales, R&D, and operations to drive profitable growth in a competitive market.
Responsibilities:
- Provide product expertise on welding processes, alloys, standards (AWS, ASME, ISO), and certifications
- Work with application engineering to define product performance requirements and competitive benchmarks
- Own the end-to-end lifecycle of stainless-steel and low-alloy welding wire products, from ideation through launch, optimization, and phase-out
- Manage product positioning, value propositions, and differentiation in a largely commoditized market
- Drive portfolio rationalization and SKU optimization to improve profitability and operational efficiency
- Conduct market analysis on industry trends, competitive offerings, pricing, and substitution threats
- Gather voice-of-customer input through sales teams, distributors, key accounts, and application engineers
- Identify unmet needs across end-markets such as oil & gas, chemical processing, food & beverage, power generation, and general fabrication
- Develop pricing strategies, list prices, and discount guidelines in coordination with sales and finance
- Support margin management initiatives, including cost-to-serve and value-based pricing
- Create product tools, data sheets, comparison guides, and training materials for sales and distributors
- Partner with R&D and manufacturing on new product development, formulation changes, and cost reduction initiatives
- Collaborate with supply chain to manage availability, forecasts, and lifecycle transitions
- Support marketing campaigns, trade shows, and product launches
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related technical field
- 7+ years of experience in product management, product marketing, or technical marketing within welding consumables, metals, or industrial products
- Strong understanding of stainless-steel alloys, welding processes (MIG, TIG, FCAW), and filler metal applications
- Experience working cross-functionally in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- MBA or advanced business degree
- Experience with global or regional product portfolios
- Familiarity with AWS/ISO welding standards and certifications
- Prior experience in a competitive, price-sensitive commodity market