About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Product Manager/Sr Product Manager
Electronics & Controls is looking for a Sr. / Product Manager to join our talented, dynamic and strategic team in St Louis, MO, with responsibility for their Gas Valve and ElectroMechanical portfolios. We are a multi-million global business with a large footprint, manufacturing locations in the Americas, and a market leader in furnace HVAC segments. The Product Manager will report to the Platform Manager, and be responsible for new product strategy and marketing, lifecycle management, manufacturing footprint optimization, and ultimately managing the growth, profitability and health of their product line. They will work with cross-functional teams across the global Commercial organization, as well as customers and the broader market.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Understand industry trends, market dynamics, and competition across different commercial segments. Serve as the product line expert for Market Management, Sales and customers. Identify, analyze, and prioritize product opportunities for profitable sales growth.
Work with Market Management, Sales, Application & Systems Engineering to guide customer discovery and validate strategic plans. Drive innovation, tiering, competitive positioning, and value propositions for new technologies in product line.
Develop, communicate, and implement product strategies to meet future market needs, and drive value and differentiation for existing and developing markets.
Develop / support long range forecasts, roadmaps and business cases for new product and market opportunities.
Develop product specs that will guide engineering and operations teams in the development of new products.
Drive alignment with our organization on technology / product conceptualization and go-to-market strategies. Prioritize new product programs and lifecycle management initiatives, based on opportunities or threats, in collaboration with internal functions.
Work with Program management, Engineering, Manufacturing and Sourcing for new product development and on-time launch.
Manage the development and support of product documentation, including marketing bulletins, collateral and product training materials.
Own the North America sales and profitability for product line, and ensure targets are met. Participate in and lead executive-level product line reviews; work with appropriate functions to resolve operational, supply chain and/or quality challenges related to product line.
Collaborate with other Copeland world areas and business groups on the growth, profitability, resource utilization, innovation areas and general planning of product line.
We offer work life balance to our employees, general working hours for this position are 8:00-5:00pm.
Required Education, Experience & Skills:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Marketing, or Business
Minimum five (5) years related work experience in product management, project management, marketing, sales, or engineering
Proven track record in leading and operating with an entrepreneurial and holistic mindset, with accountability and autonomy
Strong analytical abilities to use data to develop strategies and make decisions in a time sensitive manner
Competencies to quickly turn ideas or strategy into action, operate in a customer-centric way, take calculated risks, and drive results through others
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and effectively communicate and present information to customers, stakeholders, and executive management
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools, and high degree of organizational skills
Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role
Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:
Master's degree in Business Administration
Ten (10) or more years of related work experience in product management, project management, marketing, sales, or engineering
Experience in the HVACR industry, working directly with original equipment manufacturers, designers/consultants, wholesalers, contractors, and/or end-user customers
Expertise in product portfolio planning and product development processes, from discovery to testing and launch
Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills
Commercial development and marketing expertise in B2B environments, and track record of driving business growth
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland 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 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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