Ventures Manager

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Help shape the future of water through innovation, investment, and strategic partnerships. We are looking for a   Ventures Manager   to help identify, evaluate, and advance high-potential innovation and venture opportunities that align with our strategic priorities. This role sits at the intersection of   venture investing, corporate strategy, innovation, and business development , with a focus on surfacing emerging technologies, building strategic partnerships, and supporting investment activity that can create long-term value. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of   commercial acumen, analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and relationship-building ability . You will work cross-functionally with leaders across the organization and externally with founders, investors, accelerators, and strategic partners to strengthen our innovation ecosystem and expand our visibility into disruptive technologies and business models. What You’ll Do Venture Pipeline & Opportunity Sourcing Source and evaluate promising startups and venture opportunities across   water, sustainability, climate-tech, industrial, and digital infrastructure   sectors. Conduct initial opportunity screening and strategic fit assessments aligned with company priorities. Partner with internal innovation and scouting teams to perform   market sizing, commercial assessments, financial analysis, and competitive landscape reviews . Build and maintain relationships with   venture capital firms, accelerators, incubators, and external innovation partners   to create early visibility into emerging companies and technologies. Investment Due Diligence & Deal Support Prepare   investment memos, due diligence summaries, and executive-ready materials   for leadership and investment committee review. Maintain the venture investment pipeline and portfolio databases, supporting   quarterly portfolio reviews   and   monthly business development updates . Support and help manage   direct equity venture deals   in partnership with   Business Development, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, and business leaders . Collaborate with business stakeholders to build   financial models and business cases   for venture and strategic investment opportunities. Portfolio & Fund Support Track and report the performance of   LP investments and venture portfolio activity . Partner with Accounting and Finance teams to support   capital calls, distributions, and investment reporting . Help ensure investment data, reporting materials, and portfolio insights are clear, accurate, and actionable. Strategic Alignment & Innovation Insight Participate in LP activities and innovation ecosystem programs, helping internal stakeholders engage in   events, webinars, surveys, and market intelligence activities   that generate strategic value. Identify   emerging market trends, whitespace opportunities, and gaps in product or solution offerings , then translate those insights into strong business cases. Communicate recommendations effectively to stakeholders across   product management, R&D, sales, marketing, business development, and strategy   functions. Support innovation strategy discussions by connecting external market developments to internal growth priorities. Corporate Venture Business Development Build and manage relationships with   other corporate venture groups, strategic investors, and innovation teams globally . Identify   co-investment opportunities, shared investment theses, and collaboration models   that can support startup growth and strategic value creation. Represent the company in   multi-corporate venture networks, strategic consortiums, and industry coalitions . Facilitate introductions, joint diligence, and cross-corporate exploration sessions to expand strategic partnership opportunities. Work closely with business leaders to convert collaboration opportunities into   commercial, technical, strategic, or investment outcomes . Additional Responsibilities Represent the company at   industry conferences and innovation events , both in person and virtually. Leverage agile tools and collaborative technologies to improve team communication and promote an innovation-focused culture. Take on additional responsibilities and strategic projects as needed. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in   business, engineering, science, or a related field ;   MBA or master’s degree preferred . 8–12 years of experience   in   venture capital, growth equity, corporate venture, corporate strategy, corporate innovation, business development, or related fields . Demonstrated ability to assess   emerging technologies, markets, and business models   for strategic and commercial relevance. Strong skills in   financial modeling, investment analysis, market assessment, and business case development . Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex ideas into   clear, compelling executive-level materials . Experience working with senior internal and external stakeholders, including   founders, investors, corporate partners, and cross-functional business leaders . Strong analytical capability, with the ability to synthesize large and varied data sets into actionable insights. Comfort operating independently in a   fast-paced, globally distributed, and evolving environment . High levels of   curiosity, adaptability, collaboration, and strategic thinking . Proven ability to work effectively across teams, functions,