Walter Krebs P. H D.
About Walter Krebs P. H D.
Walter Krebs, Ph.D., serves as the Head of GWP Product Management at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc., where he oversees product solutions throughout their lifecycle. With over 20 years of experience in product management within lab automation and instruments, he has held various significant roles in the industry.
Current Role at Mettler-Toledo International
Walter Krebs serves as the Head of GWP Product Management at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he oversees product management activities, ensuring effective lifecycle management of solutions. His responsibilities encompass market research, project definition, leadership, product launch, maintenance, and phase-out. He operates from Greifensee, Zürich, Schweiz.
Previous Experience at Mettler-Toledo International
Walter Krebs previously held the position of Head of Application and Method Support Group at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure, he contributed to the development and support of application methods. He also worked as a Senior Product Manager for Analytical and Micro Balances from 2007 to 2018, focusing on product strategy and market needs.
Experience at Tecan and Bio-Rad Laboratories
Walter Krebs worked as a Global Product Manager for Life Science - HTS at Tecan from 2000 to 2007. His role involved managing product lines in the life sciences sector. Prior to that, he served as an Area Sales Representative for Central and Eastern Switzerland at Bio-Rad Laboratories from 1998 to 2000, where he was responsible for sales and customer relations.
Educational Background
Walter Krebs holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry from ETH Zürich, which he completed from 1994 to 1998. He also earned a Diplom in Biology and Biochemistry from Universität zu Köln, studying from 1988 to 1993. His extensive education provides a strong foundation for his expertise in lab automation and product management.
Expertise in Product Management
Walter Krebs has over 20 years of experience in product management, specifically in lab automation, lab instruments, and lab ware. His expertise includes performance verification in regulated and non-regulated market segments, as well as specialization in qualification and certification for weighing devices. He provides consultancy on quality assurance procedures for weighing devices.