Global Product Manager

Global Product Manager page is loaded## Global Product Manager remote type:
Hybrid locations:
Anoka, MN, UStime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R19654

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 as a Global Product Manager at nVent, you will play an instrumental role in leading the strategy and product lines for Hoffman Design to Manufacturing (DTM) portfolio. The growing DTM Product line is seeking a champion to join the lead the team to drive new product development, introduction of new products and leading product life cycle of current products.##

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** Strategy and Product Planning
*** Define and implement product strategy by conducting voice of the customer (VOC) and market research.
* Lead global product roadmap while partnering with engineering to develop products that solve the needs of customers.
* Decide positioning of products, including simplification of current offerings.##
** Market Research, Analysis, and Competitive Intelligence
*** Lead market research for existing products, new products, technologies, and new emerging markets.
* 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 actio.n##
** Product Launches, Marketing and Sales Support
*** Lead new product introductions for both internal sales audiences and end customers across different regions.
* Support marketing aspects associated with the product definition, product development, pricing, market introduction, sales tools, and promotion plans.
* Serve as subject matter expert for the product category for internal and external audiences.##
** Product Life Cycle Management and Performance
*** Manage the entire process 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.##
** Team Leadership and Mentorship
*** Lead a diverse product management team located in various regions.
* Provide mentorship to employees on how to manage key strategic goals and projects.
* Mentor and provide growth opportunities and stretch assignments for product managers and product specialists to encourage career development.## You have:
* Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Engineering or Business is required, MBA is preferred.
* 8+ years of Product Marketing, Product Management, or Program Management experience required.
* Ability to travel (up to 25%) both within Europe and in North America.
* Experience working with outside product suppliers/vendors preferred.
* Experience in industrial automation, Manufacturing solutions, or Machine building optimization.
* Hands-on experience working with industrial channels of distribution including distributors, direct sales and manufacturer’s reps is helpful.
* Proven skills in product marketing and product life-cycle management.
* Ability to effectively mentor and develop staff growth and development.
** WE HAVE:
*** 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  + nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes.

We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.  + Our principal office is in…