Job Description:
Global Product Manager – Solid Wire (Non & Low Alloy)
📍 Location: Any European location where ESAB has a legal entity
This role leads the global Non- & Low-Alloy Solid Wire product portfolio as a business unit. You will define and execute the global product strategy, manage the product lifecycle end-to-end, and drive profitable growth across all regions. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise in welding consumables and metallurgy with strong commercial acumen and strategic execution capabilities to deliver customer value and business performance.
What You’ll be doing:
Develop and execute the global product strategy and roadmap for non- and low-alloy solid wire products.
Own portfolio positioning, value proposition, and lifecycle management from concept through phase-out.
Drive new product introductions (NPI), portfolio simplification, standardization, and cost-down initiatives.
Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Operations, Sourcing, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain to ensure successful execution and reliable supply.
Support pricing strategy, profitability improvement, and long-range portfolio planning.
Align global strategy with regional market requirements and customer needs.
Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and VOC insights to identify growth opportunities and translate them into actionable initiatives.
Support regional sales and marketing teams with technical positioning, product training, and key customer engagement activities.
Optimize manufacturing footprint, capacity utilization, quality, and cost competitiveness across the global organization.
Travel Requirement: Approximately 25–30% global travel expected.
What we are looking for:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Business, or a related field.
Proven experience in global product management within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of welding consumables and solid wire applications.
Background in welding, metallurgy, or materials engineering.
Experience with non- and low-alloy steel solid wires is highly preferred.
Strong commercial mindset with analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
Ability to work effectively in a global matrix organization and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
Fluent English language skills.
Curious, proactive, and customer-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
What we can offer:
Additional Benefits: Annual performance bonus, car allowance, pension insurance, service-based financial bonuses.
Hybrid Work: Enjoy flexibility with a modern hybrid work environment.
LinkedIn Learning Access: Expand your skills with unlimited learning opportunities.
Continuous Performance Feedback: Grow through regular, structured performance discussions.
Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values your contribution.
Career Opportunities: Grow and develop your career in alignment with your aspirations.
About ESAB 🌍
Founded in 1904 with the invention of the world’s first welding electrode, ESAB has been shaping the history of welding and fabrication for over a century. Through continuous innovation, strategic acquisitions, and a strong legacy of design leadership, we’ve built one of the most complete portfolios in welding, cutting, and gas control technology.
Today, ESAB operates in 47 countries with around 9,000 associates, serving industrial and healthcare applications worldwide. Since becoming an independent, publicly traded company in 2022, we continue to grow through innovation, customer-led design, and our ESAB Business Excellence (EBX) model.
Guided by our purpose – Shaping the world we imagine – we are building a $4B enterprise by driving sustainable solutions, empowering talent, and creating value for our customers, shareholders, and communities.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Business, or related field
- Proven experience in global product management within an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of welding consumables and solid wire applications
- Background in welding, metallurgy, or materials engineering
- Experience with non- and low-alloy steel solid wires
- Strong commercial mindset with analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Ability to work effectively in a global matrix organization and influence stakeholders
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills
- Fluent English language skills
- Curious, proactive, and customer-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
ESAB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ESAB and has not been reviewed or approved by ESAB.
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Retirement Support — The package includes an immediately vested 401(k) with a strong company match plus an additional employer contribution. Feedback suggests this structure is a standout element of total compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple plan choices, including HSA‑eligible options with employer contributions, alongside dental and vision. Feedback suggests these mainstream offerings strengthen perceived total rewards when paired with other benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, child and elder‑care support, and access to caregiving services are included. Feedback suggests these family‑oriented supports add meaningful value for many employees.
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What We Do
ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding consumables and equipment. Our brand is synonymous with world-leading expertise in the following key areas: * Manual welding and cutting equipment * Welding consumables * Welding automation * Cutting systems Celebrating 110 years since its founding, ESAB now serves a global market. We are represented in almost every country by subsidiaries or agents providing sales and support. ESAB also has manufacturing plants across four continents. Manufacturers everywhere are looking for ways to improve productivity and reduce operating costs. One way to achieve this goal is to align with a welding and cutting partner that offers a complete line of innovative solutions that meet the current demands of industry. ESAB has led the way in research and development of better technologies and products for this industry since its founding. ESAB has many great minds working on ways to make our industry stronger and better able to meet the needs of the future. We are constantly striving to expand our product offerings – from the best in traditional welding applications to large automated manufacturing facilities. ESAB continues to offer world-class technical support and educational opportunities to help our customers work smarter and better. We are dedicated to working with customers to help them be more productive, more profitable, and better able to compete. The ESAB group has been owned by Colfax Corporation since January 13, 2012. To learn more visit our website at www.esab.com and choose your region to begin
