Product Manager

nVent • Anoka, MN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: In this role, you will play an instrumental role in leading product and strategic planning for the Hoffman North American Modular enclosures product portfolio. This growing product line is seeking a champion to join the team to drive new product development, introduction of new products and management of product life cycle of current products. Strategy and Product Planning: Define and execute product strategy by conducting voice of the customer (VOC) and market research Translate customer needs into meaningful innovation, partnering with engineering to develop and launch Decide positioning of products and services Market Research, Analysis, and Competitive Intelligence: Lead market research for existing products, new products, technologies, and new emerging markets such as Alternative Energy, EV and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Continually monitor and assess competitive products and programs Investigate partnership, private label or M&A opportunities Communicate key findings and conclusions to stakeholders to drive action Product Launches, Marketing and Sales Support Lead and be the face of new product introductions for internal audiences, sales channel, and end customers. Support marketing aspects associated with the product definition, product development, pricing, market introduction, sales tools, and promotion plans Serve as subject matter expert for assigned product lines for internal and external audiences Product Life Cycle Management and Performance Be the business leader for your portfolio, managing entire product life cycle from idea, development, introduction, maturity and obsolescence Lead all product related activities for assigned products Champion cross-functional activities to improve overall product line performance including revenue growth, margin improvement, cost reduction, quality and delivery

Requirements

• BS or BA degree in Marketing, Engineering or Business is required, MBA is preferred
• 5+ years of Product Marketing, Product Management, or Program Management experience required
• Ability to travel (up to 15%) both domestically and internationally
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience working with configurable product solutions is preferred
• Experience in the industrial automation, electrical space is helpful
• Hands on experience working with industrial channels of distribution including distributors, direct sales and manufacturer’s reps is helpful

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language skills nice to have

Responsibilities

• Define and execute product strategy by conducting voice of the customer (VOC) and market research
• Translate customer needs into meaningful innovation, partnering with engineering to develop and launch
• Decide positioning of products and services
• Lead market research for existing products, new products, technologies, and new emerging markets such as Alternative Energy, EV and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
• Continually monitor and assess competitive products and programs
• Investigate partnership, private label or M&A opportunities
• Communicate key findings and conclusions to stakeholders to drive action
• Lead and be the face of new product introductions for internal audiences, sales channel, and end customers.
• Support marketing aspects associated with the product definition, product development, pricing, market introduction, sales tools, and promotion plans
• Serve as subject matter expert for assigned product lines for internal and external audiences
• Be the business leader for your portfolio, managing entire product life cycle from idea, development, introduction, maturity and obsolescence
• Lead all product related activities for assigned products
• Champion cross-functional activities to improve overall product line performance including revenue growth, margin improvement, cost reduction, quality and delivery

Benefits

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
• We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees
• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees