Global Product Marketing Manager - Fire Suppression

Johnson Controls•Glendale, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! What we offer: Competitive salary and bonus plan Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care On the job/cross training opportunities Encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy What you will do: We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Global Product Marketing Manager to lead the go-to-market strategy, positioning, and lifecycle marketing for our Portables, Vehicle Systems, Restaurant Systems, and Portable Extinguisher product lines. This role is pivotal in driving global growth, market share, and customer engagement across diverse verticals and geographies. How you will do it: Product Marketing Strategy & Execution Develop and execute global product marketing strategies aligned with business objectives and regional needs. Define and refine value propositions, messaging frameworks, and competitive positioning for each product line. Partner with Product Management to influence roadmap decisions based on market insights and customer feedback. Go-to-Market (GTM) Leadership Lead GTM planning and execution for new product launches and enhancements. Collaborate with regional marketing, sales enablement, and training teams to ensure consistent messaging and impactful campaigns. Develop sales tools, playbooks, and content to support channel partners and direct sales teams. Market Intelligence & Customer Insights Conduct market segmentation, competitive analysis, and voice-of-customer research to inform strategy. Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies impacting fire suppression markets. Performance & Optimization Define KPIs and track performance of marketing initiatives, adjusting tactics to optimize ROI. Support demand generation and lead nurturing programs in collaboration with digital and regional marketing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of experience in B2B product marketing, ideally in fire protection, safety systems, or industrial equipment.
Proven success in global or multi-regional marketing roles.
Strong understanding of the fire suppression ecosystem, including regulatory and compliance landscapes.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and storytelling abilities.
Cross-functional collaborator with experience influencing without authority.
Comfortable operating in a matrixed, fast-paced global environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Salesforce, Pardot, or similar CRM/marketing automation platforms.
Familiarity with indirect sales channels and distributor marketing.
MBA or advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute global product marketing strategies aligned with business objectives and regional needs.
Define and refine value propositions, messaging frameworks, and competitive positioning for each product line.
Partner with Product Management to influence roadmap decisions based on market insights and customer feedback.
Lead GTM planning and execution for new product launches and enhancements.
Collaborate with regional marketing, sales enablement, and training teams to ensure consistent messaging and impactful campaigns.
Develop sales tools, playbooks, and content to support channel partners and direct sales teams.
Conduct market segmentation, competitive analysis, and voice-of-customer research to inform strategy.
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies impacting fire suppression markets.
Define KPIs and track performance of marketing initiatives, adjusting tactics to optimize ROI.
Support demand generation and lead nurturing programs in collaboration with digital and regional marketing teams.