About Us:
BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.
Job Description:
We are seeking experienced and strategic Product Manager to lead the development and execution of our folding carton product portfolio. This role is responsible for driving product vision, shaping long-term strategy, and delivering customer-centric solutions that create measurable business impact. You will serve as a key leader, working cross-functionally to align teams, influence stakeholders, and guide products from concept through end of life.
Key Responsibilities/Complexities:
- Define and drive product vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap aligned with business objectives
- Lead complex product initiatives from ideation through launch and full product lifecycle
- Translate market insights, customer needs, and data into actionable product requirements
- Determine value proposition/positioning of the product in the market and competitive differentiation.
- Partner with engineering, to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
- Collaborate with executive leadership to influence product strategy and prioritization
- Lead cross-functional alignment across sales, marketing, operations, and customer success
- Drive go-to-market planning and execution in partnership with sales and marketing
- Establish KPIs and leverage data analytics to measure performance and inform decisions
- Conduct competitive analysis and identify new market opportunities
- Identify and report crucial trends and influence the industry by maintaining relationships with key customers and those they serve, industry associations and others that may influence the industry.
Competencies:
- Self-motivated, dynamic and results-driven
- Strategic mindset with strong business acumen
- Customer-obsessed and data-driven
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity
- Strong influencing and executive communication skills
- Collaborative, proactive, and highly accountable
- Highly professional product management toolbox for complete lifecycle
- Good common technical understanding
- Proficiency with MS Office.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 5–8+ years of product management experience, including ownership of complex products or platforms
- Proven track record of delivering successful products and driving measurable business outcomes
- Strong strategic thinking and ability to connect product initiatives to business impact
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to influence without direct authority and effectively lead cross-functional teams
Work Environment:
The Product Manager works in an indoor office environment. May be exposed to some shop elements. Travel is expected for this position. Anticipated travel requirement is between 25 to 50% and may be more at times in order to complete certain critical required tasks.
At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
Company:
Bw PapersystemsSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- MBA or advanced degree
- 5-8+ years of product management experience with ownership of complex products or platforms
- Proven track record of delivering successful products and driving measurable business outcomes
- Strong strategic thinking and ability to connect product initiatives to business impact
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to influence without direct authority and lead cross-functional teams
- Proficiency with MS Office
- Customer-obsessed, data-driven mindset and KPI-driven decision making
- Good common technical understanding (ability to partner with engineering)
Barry-Wehmiller Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barry-Wehmiller and has not been reviewed or approved by Barry-Wehmiller.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with immediate vesting and a defined company match is provided, supporting structured long‑term savings. Plan specifics are documented in the current benefits handbook.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available for both birth and secondary caregivers, complemented by family‑building supports such as fertility benefits. Company‑paid disability coverage offers additional income protection around family events.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A wellness incentive program can significantly reduce medical premiums when requirements are met. Telehealth and second‑opinion services, along with other resources, broaden everyday support.
Barry-Wehmiller Insights
What We Do
We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!
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