Global Product Specialist – Power Solutions & Distribution

Vertiv•Delaware, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Global Product Specialist, Power Solutions & Distribution is responsible for providing product management leadership to drive growth and profitability of Vertiv’s Power Switching & Distribution offerings. The role requires frequent collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Service teams to execute new offering programs and manage the existing portfolio of offerings. The Product Management team within Power Solutions & Distribution product line of the Power Management business unit (BU) is responsible for managing the global portfolio of 3-phase power switching & distribution product and service offerings to best serve the customers in the market. Key activities include launching new products and services, managing the existing portfolio of products and services, and executing end of production and service. The team operates in a global and cross-functional environment and has frequent interactions with customers, sales, engineering, marketing, and operations. This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Delaware, OH office location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical degree; Electrical Engineering is preferred
5+ years technical, product/service management, strategic planning, marketing or directly related experience.
Experience with 3-phase power distribution or UPS systems is preferred
Ability to quickly develop cross-functional and cross-regional relationships to achieve business objectives
Demonstrated competence in problem solving, data analysis, & project management
Process and results oriented with proven ability to accomplish goals
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Smartsheet, and other business applications
Excellent communications skills – written & verbal

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Business Administration is preferred
Experience with 3-phase power distribution or UPS systems is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute product lifecycle management plans including product introduction, line extension, engineered to order, and end of production.
Develop and maintain business cases through ideation, development, and launch.
Research market trends, demand drivers, customer needs, and the competitive landscape.
Convert research insights into innovative product strategies and detailed market requirements.
Ensure all customer facing offering documentation and marketing collateral is available and accurate.
Provide offering information to Customers, Sales, Customer Service and Application Engineering.
Prepare and deliver presentations, product demos, and other sales enablement tools.
Develop and track metrics to measure post-launch sales performance of new offerings.
Collaborate with Marketing teams to develop marketing programs for demand generation.
Manage list pricing and discounts.
Manage product line profitability and volume forecasts.
Assist in championing resolution of offering issues (i.e. delivery, quality, inventory)
Identify and pursue continuous improvement projects that deliver improved efficiency and/or quality.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.