Technical Product Manager Heating Networks
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Job Location:
Apeldoorn - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the role:
As Technical Product Manager for District Heating (DH) Commercial Solutions you are responsible for shaping and managing the technical content of our portfolioprimarily focused on heat networks and Heating Interface Units (HIUs). You act as a crucial bridge between Commercial Portfolio Management and R&D to ensure that products and systems meet market and customer needs are delivered on time and adhere to cost and performance expectations.
- Define technical themes and co-own the Technology Roadmap
(Includes platforms modules standard components; aligns on technical system scope) - Co-own the System/Product Roadmap
(In alignment with Business Area Portfolio Management; focus on technical scope and timeline) - Assess competitor products and systems; perform benchmarking and develop performance-based sales arguments
- Own and manage the Platform Portfolio (Advanced Mid Basic)
(Ensure technical features meet market needs promote interoperability and maximise building block efficiency) - Lead New Product Development (NPD) process responsibilities:
- Translate customer requirements into technical content and scope
- Conduct feasibility assessments and define timelines
- Ensure operational integration
- Provide input for technical sales materials
- Lead Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) responsibilities:
- Scan and evaluate product/system innovation opportunities
About you:
We want to make sure youre set up for success in our development mission. To be successful in your application youll need to be:
- Analytical - Analyses data and information; Applies logical thinking to solve problems or make decisions; Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably
- Strategic thinking able to define and communicate vision strategy and goals for their product
- Excellent communication and strong presentation skills
- Influences others by effectively articulating perspective/position
- Interpersonal- Relates well to all kinds of people (colleagues and external stakeholders); Builds constructive and effective relationships. Is able to gain stakeholder buy in to key initiatives and ensure stakeholders are supportive of these initiatives.
- Knowledgeable in current and emerging work practices trends and technology affecting the business.
- Pro-active and self-motivating; able to work independently with limited guidance from your line manager.
Experience were looking for:
Essential
- Engineering degree in a relevant field (e.g. mechanical thermal systems building technologies)
- At least 5 years of experience in industry or product management in a related sector
- Strong understanding of product development processes
- Proven cross-organisational collaboration skills
Desirable
- Experience with district heating systems or Heating Interface Units
- Knowledge of certification and regulatory compliance
- Familiarity with PLM/NPD tools and methods (e.g. ECR VAVE PRB)
- Matrix stakeholder management capabilities
At BDR Thermea Group we believe that diversity equity and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued respected and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Data Analytics
- Analytical
- Agile
- Requirement Gathering
- Strategic thinking
- Visio
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Market Research
- UML
- Cross Functional Teams
About Company
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