Sr Product Manager – Data Center Controls Solutions

Senior Product Manager – Data Center Controls Solutions

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Daikin Applied is seeking a Senior Product Manager – Data Center Controls Solutions who is responsible for defining, developing, and executing the product and portfolio strategy for Daikin Applied's Data Center Controls Solutions offerings. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Data Center Corporate Team, Controls & Solutions business, Global engineering, digital services, sales, marketing, and external partners to deliver innovative solutions that drive customer value and profitable growth.

The successful candidate will own the vision and roadmap for data center controls solutions offerings, encompassing the controls ecosystem, software, analytics, connectivity, monitoring, optimization, and emerging digital solutions. This individual will lead new product introductions (NPIs), develop go-to-market strategies, identify growth opportunities, and serve as the subject matter expert who orchestrates cross-functional stakeholders to successfully deliver market-leading solutions for hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, and edge data center customers.

This role will lead the development and execution of the Data Center Controls Solutions portfolio strategy, ensuring alignment between customer requirements, corporate growth objectives, and technology roadmaps. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:

San Diego, CA, Plymouth, MN, Phoenix, AZ

• Own and execute the portfolio strategy and long-term roadmap for Data Center Controls Solutions, aligning with Daikin Applied's growth objectives and data center market strategy
• Serve as the primary product management interface with the Data Center Corporate Team to identify market opportunities, customer needs, technology trends, and competitive threats
• Define solution requirements spanning building controls, equipment controls, automation platforms, digital services, analytics, cloud connectivity, monitoring, optimization, cybersecurity, and AI-enabled capabilities
• Lead the product lifecycle from concept development through launch, commercialization, growth, and end-of-life management
• Develop business cases, market assessments, customer value propositions, pricing strategies, and revenue forecasts for new offerings
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by coordinating engineering, Digital, manufacturing, operations, service, sales, marketing, and external technology partners
• Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market strategies, including positioning, messaging, sales enablement, launch plans, and channel engagement
• Act as the subject matter expert for data center controls and digital solutions, supporting strategic customer engagements, industry events, sales pursuits, and executive-level customer discussions
• Analyze market trends, competitive offerings, customer feedback, and industry developments to guide portfolio investment decisions
• Establish and maintain partnerships with third-party technology vendors, cloud providers, software partners, and ecosystem participants to expand solution capabilities
• Monitor portfolio performance, profitability, adoption metrics, and customer satisfaction, recommending actions to optimize business results
• Collaborate with sales and service organizations to identify growth opportunities and improve customer experiences across the product lifecycle
• Support strategic planning activities, including annual operating plans, growth initiatives, portfolio reviews, and investment prioritization
• Influence cross-functional teams without direct authority and ensure alignment of objectives across multiple organizations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Engineering:
  Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Building Automation Systems or related technical discipline
• 6 to 8 years in product management, building automation, controls, data center infrastructure, HVAC systems, digital services, software solutions, or related technologies
• 5+ years in product management leadership within controls, software, digital services, cloud-connected solutions, or mission-critical infrastructure markets
• Demonstrated success leading product strategy and managing profitable technology portfolios
• Strong understanding of Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, equipment controls, and integrated solutions architectures
• Knowledge of mission-critical data center environments and their operational requirements
• Experience…