Midea is a leading Global Fortune 500 high technology company. Committed to bring innovation to life, Midea Group aims to develop solutions for our international customers that not only meet the requirements of the present, but also the challenges of tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. Midea develops, produces, and sells innovative products in five competence areas: Smart Home, Industrial Technologies, Building Technologies, Robotics & Automation, and Digital Innovation. We operate in more than 195 countries with over 150,000 employees. Midea embraces talents of characters of aiming high, customer first, transformation and innovation, inclusion and partnership to join the mission together to integrate with the world, and to inspire your future!
We are looking for a Technical Product Manager - Electrical Tank Water Heater role in Midea Germany Research Center.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough research to identify and comprehend the needs of European customers, and effectively convert these insights into technical specifications for product development.
- Spearhead the advancement of products tailored for the European market by orchestrating the efforts of global research and development (R&D) and sales teams.
- Vigilantly monitor the water heater industry to identify emerging trends and regulatory shifts, enabling the proactive adaptation or formulation of product technical strategies.
- Acquire a deep understanding of the competitive landscape to strategically plan and position products.
- Lead and oversee the processes for product compliance and certification, ensuring adherence to relevant standards.
- Facilitate the commercialization of products through support in customer onboarding, training sessions, participation in expos, and other promotional activities.
- Engage actively in the strategic planning of product and technology, contributing valuable insights and direction.
- Initiate and manage external R&D collaborations to investigate and seize opportunities for disruptive product innovations.
Qualifications:
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience in a related field.
- A minimum of seven years of technical experience within the water heater or related appliance industry.
- At least three years of experience in product management or a comparable role, demonstrating a proven track record of leading diverse, cross-functional teams towards achieving tangible results.
- Comprehensive understanding of the regulatory landscape relevant to the European Union.
- A well-maintained knowledge base regarding the competitive dynamics within the European market.
- Fluency in English, with proficiency in additional European languages such as German, Italian, or Spanish would be a plus.
- Willingness to undertake up to 25% domestic and international travel to fulfill business requirements, including attending trade shows, client meetings, and other relevant engagements.
