AAON, Inc. · 3 days ago
Product Manager
AAON, Inc. is a market leader in the manufacturing of high-efficiency thermal management equipment for data centers and HVAC systems. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Product Manager to lead the product strategy and lifecycle management for their Data Center Airside Equipment portfolio, focusing on market alignment and innovation.
Energy EfficiencyHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)IndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy aligned with business objectives, market trends, and customer needs
Define and communicate the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and customer expectations and coordination of any shared resources
Prepare for and participate in periodic management meetings to articulate the strategy and align key stakeholders to the product vision and direction
Take ownership of the entire product lifecycle, from concept to end-of-life, ensuring successful product launches and sustained market success
Serve as subject matter expert for your assigned product(s), managing the product, application, and regulatory matters impacting the business
Collaborate with other departments, including engineering, manufacturing, IT, operations, sales, and marketing, serving as the quarterback (leader) for the cross-functional team to ensure seamless coordination, successful product launches, and ongoing execution
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify market trends, customer needs, and opportunities for product innovation
Conduct in-depth market analysis and voice of customer (VOC) discovery research to identify areas for product improvement, including feature adds and new product variants
Create and maintain robust market models using internal and external data sources to drive incisive choices around product investments, pricing, and positioning
Prepare and present business cases in support of product investments, identifying appropriate financial measures and other KPIs to determine success
Monitor and analyze market share data, providing insights and recommendations that enhance our competitive position
Own and manage product pricing, ensuring the price architecture maximizes value capture in the marketplace and software price adjustments are executed accurately and timely
Support the development of sales selection software to optimize the sales process, ensuring the alignment of sales strategies with product offerings and ease of business
Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling marketing collateral, brochures, technical literature, and presentations that effectively convey product value propositions
Aid in the development of pertinent product training materials and participate in 'train the trainer' sessions to equip sales and technical managers with the knowledge to train others
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
10+ years of experience within the HVAC industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Thermal Management, HVAC, or related industry
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Deep technical understanding of HVAC systems and/or thermal management systems
Effective collaborator and influencer across cross-functional teams
In-depth knowledge of HVAC and/or Data Center industry trends, technologies, and regulations
Communicates effectively in written and spoken form
Possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills
Exhibits good decision making and analytical problem solving abilities
Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills
Works effectively in a team environment
Works effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
Lift up to 50lbs
Sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours
Periodic visits to the manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering
Experience with sales selection tools and product development processes
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time-off
Paid holidays
Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan Bonus
Premium 401(k) plan
Company
AAON, Inc.
Driving the industry forward through the design, manufacturing, and rigorous testing of premium HVAC equipment.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$80M2024-12-18Post Ipo Debt· $80M
1991-01-04IPO
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