Business Development/Product Manager - Process Pumps

ProMinent GmbH

$85K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in business development or product management within the process pump industry.
  • Strong track record of revenue growth and achieving sales targets.
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or similar field is required.
  • Experience with CRM systems (such as Salesforce) and fieldwork in a relevant context is advantageous.
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented with strong business and project management acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Drive revenue and market growth for the Process Pumps portfolio through strategic initiatives.
  • Identify and close new business opportunities while nurturing customer and distributor relationships.
  • Manage the product lifecycle, including pricing, positioning, and forecasting for Process Pumps.
  • Act as a subject-matter expert in process pumps, supporting Sales and Marketing with training and technical expertise.
  • Analyze market trends and customer needs to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Lead marketing campaigns, trade shows, and product launches related to Process Pumps.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support innovation and growth initiatives.
  • Engage with customers directly to gather insights and strengthen relationships.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
  • 3 weeks of vacation to start, with additional time-off programs available.
  • Supportive team culture fostering professional development.
  • Opportunities for ongoing job training and development activities.
  • Access to annual staff functions, including summer and holiday social events.
Full Job Description
About the Opportunity: Business Development/Product Manager - Process Pumps

This combined Product Manager and Business Development Manager role offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the business by driving growth within the Process Pumps portfolio. The role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building and strengthening customer relationships, and driving profitable revenue growth across North America. As the company's process pump expert, this position partners closely with Sales, Marketing, Technical, and Leadership teams to develop and execute market strategies, improve product awareness, and increase market share. The role requires strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics. Working collaboratively with headquarters in Germany, this role supports innovation and aligned growth initiatives tailored to the North American market while serving as a key resource supporting Sales and Marketing efforts.

In this role you will be responsible to:
  • Drive revenue growth and market expansion for the Process Pumps portfolio through targeted business and product strategies.
  • Identify, pursue, negotiate, and close new business opportunities while building strong customer and distributor relationships.
  • Own the Process Pumps product portfolio, including lifecycle management, pricing, positioning, forecasting, and value creation.
  • Serve as the process pump subject-matter expert, supporting Sales and Marketing with technical expertise, sales tools, and training.
  • Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive activity to identify opportunities and guide strategic decisions.
  • Lead strategic and technical marketing initiatives, including campaigns, messaging, trade shows, and product launches.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Technical teams to drive growth and innovation.
  • Engage directly with customers through site visits, trials, and industry events to support sales efforts and gather market insight.

Qualifications & Experience:

The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in business development, product management, sales, or a related technical/commercial role within the process pump or industrial environment. A strong track record of driving revenue growth, achieving sales targets, and translating strategy into results is essential, along with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to a variety of audiences.

A degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field is required. You are a self-motivated, results-oriented professional with strong business acumen, project management, and relationship-building skills. Experience with process pump applications, CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce), and a willingness to travel 40-60% are important assets.

Salary & Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.

ProMinent believes in a supportive and professional team culture, and a healthy work-life balance. This role will start at 3 weeks of vacation, and the successful candidate will also be able to participate in additional time-off programs (personal time off, birthday time off, etc).

Additionally, you will have access to ongoing job training and development and annual staff functions like our summer and holiday social events.

Apply Now!

If you're interested in applying, please apply through our career centre with a resume and letter of introduction.

*Please note that phone calls regarding this role, while appreciated, are discouraged. Any questions regarding the role, or as a follow up to your application's status should be submitted via email. Emails will be replied to within 3 business days, in most cases.

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