Gil Getz
About Gil Getz
Gil Getz is a Senior Global Product Manager for Indexable Milling at Kennametal, bringing over 20 years of experience in cutting tool products and marketing management. He has held various roles at ISCAR and Kennametal, focusing on product development, strategic pricing, and customer relationship management.
Current Role at Kennametal
Gil Getz serves as the Senior Global Product Manager for Indexable Milling at Kennametal. He has held this position since 2020, working from Shlomi, Northern Israel. In this role, he leads product life cycle management for all Indexable Milling products, ensuring that product upgrades meet customer needs. He also manages SKU levels according to corporate targets to optimize the product offerings. His responsibilities include supporting strategic projects related to global product management and executing Kennametal's customer relationship management module.
Previous Experience at ISCAR
Prior to his current role, Gil Getz worked at ISCAR Headquarters for a total of 11 years. He began as a Technical Support Engineer from 2000 to 2003, then served as an Assistant Product Manager from 2003 to 2011. Following this, he advanced to the position of Product Manager from 2011 to 2020. Throughout his tenure at ISCAR, he contributed to various product management initiatives and developed a model for competitive regional pricing globally.
Expertise in Cutting Tools and Product Management
Gil Getz has over 20 years of experience in cutting tool products and marketing management. His expertise includes process improvement, development project management, and new product implementation. He specializes in managing product life cycles and has a strong focus on driving innovation within product development. His strategic approach has been instrumental in optimizing product offerings and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
Education and Technical Background
Gil Getz studied at ORT Braude College, where he earned a degree as a Practical Engineer from 1994 to 1996. This educational background laid the foundation for his technical expertise in the cutting tools industry. His early career experiences, combined with his formal education, have equipped him with the skills necessary for effective product management and strategic planning.
Strategic Initiatives and Roadmap Development
At Kennametal, Gil Getz developed and maintained a ten-year strategic roadmap for product development. This initiative focuses on driving innovation and aligning product strategies with market demands. He also supports strategic projects for global product management, enhancing the company's ability to respond to customer needs and market changes effectively.