Product Manager AnoxKaldnes MBBR

Company Description

Veolia – Driving Ecological Transformation

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating on all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. The company specialises in water, energy and waste management, and develops and implements innovative solutions for decarbonisation, pollution remediation and resource recovery – supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within Water Tech, a dedicated team of experienced professionals works to address the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, water quality, productivity and energy. Together, we strive towards a shared goal: to create a more sustainable future.

At Veolia, diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will be part of a network that makes a real difference – for society and for the environment.

Job Description

About the role

Are you passionate about driving growth and innovation in wastewater treatment technology? We're seeking an experienced Product Manager to drive accretive profitable growth of the AnoxKaldnes MBBR technology portfolio, including MBBR, Hybas, AnitaMox, eXeno, and Cella.

In this dynamic role, you'll sit at the intersection of technology, market intelligence, supply chain, and commercial strategy, working closely with the Aerobic Wastewater Technologies Leader to define and execute the technology strategy. 

Strategy & Innovation

• Curate and maintain the technology roadmap for the AnoxKaldnes MBBR portfolio

• Define and drive the innovation roadmap by identifying gaps and opportunities through market intelligence, customer feedback, and competitive analysis

• Monitor and analyze market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics to anticipate future technology needs

• Work closely with the Aerobic Wastewater Technologies Leader to define technology and business strategy

Commercialization & Go-to-Market

• Lead the commercialization of new technologies and offers, from core offering definition through launch and adoption tracking

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies and launch plans

• Develop compelling marketing messaging and positioning for the technology portfolio; collaborate with marketing and communications functions to produce impactful marketing content and campaigns

• Champion new technology introductions and represent the portfolio at industry conferences, customer events, and technical forums

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work transversally across the organization—engaging with sales, engineering, R&D, marketing, communications, regional teams, and other business lines (EPP, MWIS)

• Collaborate with regions to understand local market needs and ensure global relevance with local applicability

• Establish and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including customers, industry partners, research institutions, and technology collaborators

• Enable the commercial organization through training, technical content, and thought leadership

Business Operations

• Support the development of technology training and educational programs for internal teams and external clients

• Contribute to business planning processes, including annual strategic planning and investment prioritization

• Provide timely reporting and strategic recommendations to senior management

• Maintain accurate documentation of technology roadmaps, innovation pipelines, and commercialization plans

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent professional experience

• MBA or business-related qualification is an asset

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience in water/wastewater treatment, including familiarity with biological treatment technologies (MBR, MBBR, MABR, BAF, or equivalent)

• Demonstrated experience in technology management, product management, or innovation management roles

• Experience developing and executing technology or product roadmaps

• Experience with commercialization of new technologies or products, including go-to-market strategy development

• Experience working in a matrix or transversal organizational structure

• Experience engaging with regional or global teams across multiple markets

• Experience with marketing strategy and technical communication

Language Skills

• Written and oral English proficiency required

• Other languages encouraged

Key Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable plans

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely on complex technical matters to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Strong customer orientation and market awareness

• Self-driven, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously

Other Requirements

• Valid driving license (Category B)

Additional Information

Why join us? 

Be part of a forward-thinking team focused on ecological transformation. Work with global experts in water treatment and contribute to environmental sustainability. If you join us you join a company that values knowledge sharing and personal development but most importantly you join a company where we pride ourselves on our friendly, open and collaborative atmosphere. 

We can offer you freedom in return for responsibility. We are convinced that the right person for this job will have an exciting future!

Location: Based in Lund, Sweden or Oakville, Canada preferred. International travel required. Remote work within the EU may be considered for qualified candidates, subject to legal, tax, and administrative feasibility.

Position: Full-time, Permanent

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.