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 Product Specialist (Associate Product Manager at nVent), you will play an instrumental role in maintaining the portfolio for the HOFFMAN climate control, industrial or commercial products globally. These growing product lines are seeking motivated team members to work cross‑functionally and drive product improvements, support product development, and own the product portfolio. You will provide technical product support and expertise to customers, sales teams, and field technicians. You will maintain product data integrity, provide training and technical advice, and support sales efforts by understanding HVAC product applications, features, and solutions.
Portfolio Management and Performance
Assist with management activities related to product life cycle from ideation, development, introduction, maturity and obsolescence
Foster cross‑functional activities to improve overall product line performance including revenue growth, margin improvement, cost reduction, quality and delivery
Product Launches, Marketing and Sales Support
Lead new product setup process through item creation, data validation, and system proliferation
Support marketing aspects associated with the product definition, product development, pricing, market introduction, sales tools, and promotion plans
Provide ongoing product support and guidance to supply, quality, and production organizations
Serve as subject matter authority for assigned product lines for internal and external audiences
Maintain accurate product data and help ensure proper product usage
Market Research, Analysis, and Competitive Intelligence
Provide relevant market analysis and recommendations for existing products, new technologies, and emerging markets
Continually coordinate and assess competitive products and programs
Communicate key findings and conclusions to key partners to drive actionProvide consulting on product applications and upgrades to improve customer satisfaction
You Have
Bachelor degree preferably in Mechanical, Thermal Engineering or Management Engineering
2+ years of experience in the Product Marketing or Management field
Ability to travel (up to 15%) both domestically and internationally
Demonstrate knowledge working with industrial sales channels including distribution and manufacturer’s reps
Proficient with Microsoft applications, ERPs and other technical software
Experience with industrial manufacturing, as well as exposure to automation and/or automotive markets, preferred
Understanding of basic product management processes
Validated mechanical proficiency
Excellent communication and presentation abilities, including strong active listening skills
Validated skills to analyze, interpret, and draw accurate conclusions from data and financial models
Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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 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 .
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
Innovative & adaptable
Dedicated to absolute integrity
Focused on the customer first
Respectful and team oriented
Optimistic and energizing
Accountable for performance
Benefits to support the lives of our employees
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.
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