Product Manager (Energy Storage)

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Product Manager is responsible for providing offering management leadership to drive growth and profitability of Vertiv’s Energy Storage offerings globally. 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.

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.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related technical degree; Electrical Engineering is preferred; Master’s Degree in business administration is preferred.
• 5+ years technical, product/service management, strategic planning, marketing, or directly related experience.
• Experience with Lithium-Ion Batteries or VRLA and or Battery Monitoring 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.
• Travel:
  • This position requires up to 10% domestic and international travel.
    
    

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS : Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
  
  

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development
  
  

About Vertiv

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $8.0 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected].