Description

KX Technologies LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway- you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Marmon Water Residential Filtration is a leading and innovative filter manufacturing company dedicated to providing high-quality filtration solutions to customers. With a commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, we aim to revolutionize the industry by delivering cutting-edge products and exceptional services.

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and product excellence? We're looking for a bold and strategic Director of New Product Development to spearhead the creation and launch of cutting-edge products across our Global OEM and North America Appliance teams.

In this high-impact role, you will lead the full lifecycle of product development-from concept generation to market introduction-ensuring every product is positioned for success.

What You'll Do:

Strategic Leadership

• Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, competitive activities, and the regulatory landscape to support data-driven and strategic decision-making.
  
• Provide strategic direction and input to the Research Team to identify critical technology and capability gaps, supporting the development of the company's Technology Strategy and resource planning.
  

Tactical Leadership

• Manage, prioritize, and allocate resources to key growth initiatives within each business unit to ensure successful execution and measurable results.
  
• Assume ownership and maintain discipline in document control, the Engineering Change process, and the New Product Development Process.
  
• Provide oversight, guidance, and support to all business units, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational excellence.
  
• Directly lead the North America Appliance Business Unit, ensuring delivery on performance, quality, and timing commitments.
  
• Drive accountability for meeting customer commitments and achieving financial and operational objectives.
  

Communication

• Deliver quarterly updates to Senior Leadership on strategic and operational progress.
  
• Serve as a primary technical ambassador for the company, maintaining regular engagement with customers to strengthen relationships, understand emerging needs, and represent the company's technical capabilities and strategic direction.
  

Innovation

• Foster a culture of innovation within the New Product Development and Engineering organizations to drive continuous improvement and differentiation.
  
• Establish and maintain a competitive advantage through advanced engineering capabilities, innovative design, and customer-focused product development.
  
• Identify and address unmet customer needs, translating insights into actionable product opportunities.
  
• Build and manage a strong intellectual property (IP) portfolio to protect and enhance the company's technological leadership.
  

Collaboration

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure effective collaboration, alignment, and execution of business objectives
  

Continuous Improvement

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
  
• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.
  
• Lead and support cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and overall business performance.
  

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote a safe and compliant working environment by adhering to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  
• Implement, communicate, and enforce safety protocols and best practices across all teams and operations.
  

Talent Development

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team capable of delivering on strategic and operational objectives.
  
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and engaging work environment that supports professional growth, innovation, and career advancement.
  

What We are Looking For:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related science, Master's degree a plus.
  
• Minimum 10 years progressive experience leading new product design & development within the manufacturing industry or minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role within water filtration/purification industry.
  
• Strong knowledge of Stage Gate processes and six sigma tools.
  
• Proven record of bringing innovative products to market successfully.
  
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional and global teams.
  
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and foster innovation in teams.
  

Additional Information

• This position is fully on-site; remote work is not available.
  
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Eligibility for MBP (Marmon Bonus Plan)
  
• Comprehensive benefits package
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.