Product Manager, Competitive Intelligence
About The Position
Johnson Controls is the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings. At Johnson Controls, we've been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world's largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. We're helping to create a healthy planet with solutions that decrease energy use, reduce waste and make carbon neutrality a reality. Sustainability is a top priority for our company. We committed to invest 75 percent of new product development R&D in climate-related innovation to develop sustainable products and services. We take sustainability seriously. Achieving net zero carbon emissions before 2040 is just one of our commitments to making the world a better place. Please visit and follow Johnson Controls for recent exciting activities. We are seeking a dedicated Competitive Intelligence Manager to establish and lead a structured approach to competitive analysis within Johnson Controls' Building Automation Systems (BAS) & Controls organization. This role will transform competitive intelligence from an ad-hoc activity into a core capability, enabling product managers and leadership to make informed, strategic decisions. The position combines qualitative market insights and quantitative product benchmarking to ensure our offerings are clearly differentiated and positioned for success.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years in competitive intelligence, market research, or product strategy roles; experience in building automation or related industries preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
- Proficiency in competitive intelligence tools, data visualization platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Experience creating competitive intelligence frameworks or playbooks.
- MBA or Advanced degree.
- Familiarity with benchmarking methodologies and quantitative analysis techniques.
- Ability to work independently and drive initiatives in a matrixed organization.
Responsibilities
- Competitive Intelligence Program Development: Build and implement a playbook for competitive analysis, establishing standards and processes that become part of the PM organization's SOPs.
- Qualitative Analysis: Monitor industry news, competitor strategies, and market trends to identify emerging threats and opportunities. Maintain a comprehensive view of competitor positioning and strategic moves.
- Quantitative Benchmarking: Conduct time-based studies comparing JCI products against competitor systems, focusing on feature differentiation and performance metrics. Provide actionable insights to validate product roadmaps and feature prioritization.
- Reporting & Communication: Deliver regular intelligence reports and dashboards to product management and leadership teams. Present findings in clear, compelling formats that inform strategic planning and go-to-market decisions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product managers, marketing, and sales to integrate competitive insights into product development and commercial strategies.
Benefits
- This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance.
- This position includes a competitive benefits package.
- For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Publishing Industries
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
