Global Product Manager

Do you have a passion for innovation and a knack for bringing products from concept to reality? Are you a strategic thinker with a global perspective? If so, then this exciting opportunity as our Global Air Filter Product Manager might be the perfect fit for you

About the Role:

In this hands-on role, you will be the driving force behind our assigned air filter product groups. A global role with an emphasis on our European organization one to two years. You'll oversee the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept and design all the way through to production, launch, and end-of-life management. You'll collaborate closely with various teams across the organization, ensuring seamless product development and market success.

What will you be doing?

Spearheading Air Filter Innovation:You'll lead assigned product lines from concept to launch and beyond, overseeing design, prototyping, testing, and market success.Driving Efficiency & Differentiation: Collaborate globally to standardize products, reduce costs, and identify opportunities for differentiation.Customer-Centric Focus: Develop a deep understanding of customer needs through collaboration and identify market gaps for new product ideas that drive growth.Strategic Leadership: Secure internal and external buy-in for your product vision, develop pricing strategies, and translate product plans into actionable steps.Accelerated Time-to-Market:Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver prototypes quickly and efficiently, and spearhead product launches.Product Champion: Act as an advocate for your assigned products, ensuring clear messaging and building awareness internally and externally.Voice of the Customer: Represent the company by gathering customer feedback to inform future product development.

Our ideal candidate

Has a background in mechanical engineering or a similar business degree. Experience with design software (Autodesk Product Design or similar) and understanding of HVAC/filtration principles are advantages. And has 4-7 years of experience in product engineering/design, project management, or product development is essential. Experience with improvement methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma) is a big plus. To be successful in this role you have a strong technical and business acumen. You are detail oriented and you have a strong work ethic. Thanks to your excellent written and verbal communication skills you are able to present information effectively. Your ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure with a commitment to ethical decision-making ensures you get your work done. What we offerA market -competitive salary and secondary benefits. Since this role can be fulfilled in several countries in Europe please contact our recruitment manager if you would country specific details. An open corporate culture I an internationally operating company. In- depth onboarding program (online as well as offline) and personalized training opportunities top support your career.Hybrid working options and flexible working hoursAccess to our company wellbeing programs For more information you can contact Sintija Briede, People & Culture Manager Europe or Dagmar Bos, Vice President People Operations Europe.

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AAF is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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