Specialty & Gearing Global Product Manager
About The Position
Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase. With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality. The Specialty & Gearing Global Product Manager is responsible for the global lifecycle management of specialty motor and gearing product lines—from strategy and roadmap definition through development, launch, and ongoing optimization. This role serves as the central cross-functional leader, aligning product development, sales, application engineering, and operations to deliver differentiated solutions that meet market needs and drive business growth. Core Objective: Drive global product strategy and portfolio execution while accelerating market adoption and lifecycle value of specialty and gearing products.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required
- 5+ years of experience in product management or related roles in automation or industrial systems
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and product launches
- Experience working in global environments
- Strong understanding of motion control systems, electric motors, and gearing technologies
- Proven ability to manage complex product portfolios in global markets
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Customer-focused mindset with experience supporting application-driven product development
Nice To Haves
- MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Experience with geared motors preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global product strategies aligned with business objectives and target market segments.
- Define product roadmaps, including new product development, line extensions, and rationalization.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer engagement to identify growth opportunities.
- Translate application and customer requirements into product specifications and value propositions
- Lead cross-functional product development from concept through commercialization
- Partner with engineering to ensure technical feasibility, performance, and cost targets are met
- Define product requirements, business cases, and success metrics
- Ensure validation, testing, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations
- Work closely with sales and application engineering teams to support New Business Opportunities (NBO)
- Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and manufacturing to ensure scalability and product availability
- Align with marketing on product positioning, messaging, and customer value communication
- Develop global go-to-market strategies, including pricing, segmentation, and channel approaches
- Support sales enablement through training, tools, and customer-facing materials
- Participate in key customer engagements and strategic opportunities
- Monitor product performance through sales data, margin analysis, and customer feedback
- Drive continuous improvement including cost optimization and feature enhancements
- Manage lifecycle stages including launch, growth, maturity, and end-of-life transitions
- Capture structured feedback from customers, application engineering, and field teams
- Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies
- Use insights to inform product strategy and innovation priorities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
