Senior Product Manager, Air and Drying Solutions

Valmet is a global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. The Senior Product Manager will lead Air and Drying Solutions product activities, develop customer-focused technical proposals, manage product experts, and coordinate with engineering, project management, sales, and customers to meet project goals.

Responsibilities:

• Know and understand Valmet technology—its strengths and weaknesses (technical and commercial), how it is applied to meet customer needs, and the latest product developments
• Manage a team of product experts, set direction and priorities
• Serve as the lead interface to Engineering and Project Management for sold projects to ensure adherence to the as-sold project contract
• Follow project start-up and interact with the customer and internal resources to ensure project goals and guarantees are met
• Provide feedback on product development needs to R&D
• Work from any Valmet site (role can be based at any Valmet location)

Requirements:

• Familiarity with Air and Drying Systems solutions/technology and papermaking processes
• 5-7+ years of experience in paper-industry roles such as Product Management, Field Services, Sales, Engineering, Project Management, or Applications (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related science degree in paper or process technology
• Experience working with customers and a collaborative mindset
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment