HVAC Product Manager at Daikin Applied in Plymouth, Minnesota

Job Description:

Unit Controls Product Manager Overview:

Daikin Applied is seeking a highly motivated, self-starting individual to fill the role of Product Manager, Unit Controls. The qualified candidate will be highly self-disciplined in task and time management, analytical minded, and able to operate independently. They should possess leadership qualities that enable them to make recommendations and drive the execution of tasks, programs or strategies quickly. This leader will also be a working, hands-on manager who is able to engage stakeholders both within and outside of the Daikin organization, establishing themselves as the go-to expert for this product area. A candidate with prior HVAC knowledge or experience in the industry is preferred. Prior product life cycle management (PLM) of controllers, PLCs or similar controllers or controlled devices is highly desired. Incumbent must be comfortable and have prior experience with product requirements capture, prioritization and management, through ongoing Voice of Customer engagement and related activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans, organizes, and controls product line from conceptual stages through product life cycles to optimize profit and meet marketing, financial, and corporate growth objectives.


• Develops and manages end of life / sunset and migration programs for unit controls, to enable successful continuity of offering of Daikin's HVAC equipment


• Develops strategic plan for product line; advise unit controls or component selection and make vs. buy


• Leads Voice of the Customer efforts to ensure we identify internal and external customer needs on a continual basis. Prioritizes and integrates findings into Daikin manufactured HVAC equipment, as part of the product requirements management discipline.


• Creates and manages marketing requirements, including features, cost, quality, reliability, serviceability and performance targets, based on VOC/OVOC and stakeholder input.


• Prepares and evaluates product specifications from 3rd party suppliers


• Advises management regarding technical issues and provides recommendations so that persons without specialized subject knowledge can act or make decisions.


• Leads or shares efforts to incorporate products into a consolidated technology platform approach across multiple lines of Daikin Applied equipment.


• Analyzes market trends and potentials. Prepares forecasts for use in planning manufacturing operations and controlling inventories.


• Evaluates competitor products and solutions; performs competitive analysis at regular intervals


• Reviews complaints and suggestions relative to assigned product or products.


• Recommends new product concepts; provides business justification for initiating projects


• Coordinates activities with Engineering, Manufacturing and other functional areas to ensure synergy of objectives.


• Assists in developing project schedules and assessing risk


• Provide industry knowledge on BAS protocols, controls trends that would impact project


• Review and provide input to and approve controls test plan


• Review, provide to customer and technical lit/documentation related to controls

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree (Business, Technical, Scientific or Engineering)


• Seven to ten years of related experience.


• Strong written and oral communication skills are mandatory. The right candidate will utilize these capabilities regularly to successfully document and communicate requirements from stakeholders to Daikin management/leadership.


• Understanding of electrical components and control systems

• Ability to evaluate tradeoffs in order in order to achieve product objectives

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions: problem-solving


• Comfortable with and capable of using all tools in the Microsoft Office / Office 365 suite (including Word, Excel, TEAMS, Outlook, PowerPoint).


• Ability to lead or facilitate meetings, guide/direct dialog; capture, summarize & document issues/actions and report to stakeholders


• Ability to manage multiple programs or initiatives simultaneously


• Knowledge of stage gate programs/processes; ability to synthesize and present information coherently. This may include taking information from a wide range of sources, then identifying and clearly presenting what's critical for decision makers


• Ownership, responsibility and the ability to see tasks to completion

Daikin Applied offers outstanding opportunities for people who are seeking challenging and rewarding positions. Our success hinges upon our ability to attract, develop and retain the very best people. If you are seeking job satisfaction and the feeling of pride that comes with working for an industry global leader, we welcome you to apply for positions with us.

It is the policy of Daikin Applied to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

About Daikin Applied

Daikin Applied is a member of the global air conditioning company, Daikin Industries. Daikin Applied manufactures technologically advanced commercial HVAC systems that customers from around the world can trust to advance their needs for performance, reliability and energy efficiency. We develop innovations that create the right environments for successful businesses and critical applications. The people at Daikin Applied are committed to using their expertise to advance HVAC technologies and support our customers with efficient and reliable solutions. Daikin Applied products and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service and parts offices.

Daikin Applied, formerly known as Daikin McQuay, was started in 1924 and has an extensive history of developing new, industry-leading innovations and technology. Our award-winning Rebel® rooftop units, Magnitude® magnetic bearing chillers, Pathfinder® air cooled chillers and Intelligent Equipment® set new standards for efficiency and value for building owners. Also, our extensive water source heat pump and applied technologies, aftermarket service, and parts operations provide support to keep our customers' operations running smoothly.

Daikin Industries, Ltd. is a Fortune 1000 company with 2019 revenues in excess of $23.5 billion USD and more than 67,000 employees worldwide. Daikin was named one of the world's most innovative companies by Thomson Reuters and one of the 100 most sustainable corporations for three years in a row by Corporate Knights, Inc.