Product Manager

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.As a Product Manager at nVent, you will be instrumental in guiding product development and planning the long-term strategy for the Hoffman NEMA Enclosure portfolio. This market leading product line is seeking a champion to join the team to drive new product development, introduction of new products and managing product life cycle of current products.WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE:Strategy and Product PlanningDefine and carry out product strategy by conducting voice of the customer (VOC) and market researchTranslate customer needs into meaningful innovation, partnering with engineering to develop and launchDecide positioning of products and servicesMarket Research, Analysis, and Competitive IntelligenceLead market research for existing products, new products, technologies, and new emerging markets such as Alternative Energy, EV, ICTContinually monitor and assess competitive products and programsInvestigate partnership, private label or M&A opportunitiesCommunicate key findings and conclusions to partners to drive actionProduct Launches, Marketing and Sales SupportLead 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 plansServe as subject matter authority for assigned product lines for internal and external audiencesProduct Life Cycle Management and PerformanceBe the business leader for your portfolio, leading entire product life cycle from idea, development, introduction, maturity and obsolescenceLead all product related activities for assigned productsChampion cross-functional activities to improve overall product line performance including revenue growth, margin improvement, cost reduction, quality and deliveryYOU HAVE:BS or BA degree in Marketing, Engineering, or Business is required.3+ years of Product Marketing, Product Management, or Program Management required.Ability to travel (up to 15%).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 or electrical space is helpful.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.Spanish language skills preferred.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 daynVent 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 London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at .Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and workWe encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwideThrough our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate moneyCore values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:Innovative & adaptableDedicated to absolute integrityFocused on the customer firstRespectful and team orientedOptimistic and energizingAccountable for performanceBenefits to support the lives of our employeesPay TransparencynVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.Compensation Range:$89,300.00 - $165,800.00Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.Benefit OverviewAt nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: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 may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.#LI-CS1#LI-HYBRIDSummaryLocation: Anoka, MN, US; Blaine, MN, USType: Full time