- Location
- Aachen-Oberforstbach, Germany
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are someone looking for a career change, a professional, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
We are looking for a Market Manager to drive market strategy, identify growth opportunities, and provide the insights that shape the future of our HVAC Comfort Solutions business.
In this highly strategic role, you will serve as the internal expert on market trends, customer needs, competitive dynamics, and industry developments. You will help define where to play and where to invest by translating market intelligence into actionable business strategies, growth initiatives, and long-term roadmaps.
Working closely with Product Management, Portfolio Marketing, Sales, and Leadership teams, you will provide data-driven recommendations that influence strategic decisions, support solution development, and position Copeland for sustainable growth across key markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the market strategy for the business, including market sizing, growth analysis, competitive assessments, and industry trend evaluation.
- Build and maintain market roadmaps that guide future product and solution development.
- Conduct market segmentation, targeting, and prioritization activities to support strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
- Identify growth opportunities through analysis of customer needs, market trends, emerging applications, and industry developments.
- Gather and analyze Voice of Customer insights to understand market challenges, customer requirements, and regulatory drivers.
- Develop and maintain market models that support business planning and strategic investment decisions.
- Monitor competitor activities, market movements, and end-user requirements to identify opportunities and risks.
- Conduct value assessments that support solution strategies and value proposition development.
- Support evaluation of strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and M&A opportunities.
- Translate market intelligence into actionable recommendations and growth initiatives.
- Partner closely with Product Management, Portfolio Marketing, Commercial, and Leadership teams to align market insights with business priorities.
- Embed market intelligence into annual operating plans, strategic reviews, and long-term business planning processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
- Approximately 3-5 years of experience in Market Management, Strategic Marketing, Business Development, Market Intelligence, Product Marketing, Consulting, or a similar analytical role.
- Experience conducting market research, market sizing, segmentation, and trend analysis.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform data and insights into clear business recommendations.
- Experience developing strategic plans, growth initiatives, or market strategies.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams through data-driven insights.
- Fluent English language skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within HVAC, climate technologies, building technologies, industrial markets, or a related technical industry.
- Knowledge of market modeling, strategic planning, competitive intelligence, and customer research methodologies.
- Experience working with Voice of Customer programs and market segmentation frameworks.
- Familiarity with M&A assessments, market due diligence, or growth strategy projects.
- Experience supporting international businesses across multiple markets.
About the Location
This role can be performed remotely within Germany, with occasional travel to our Aachen office and customer locations across the region.
Travel is expected to be approximately 20%, including customer visits, industry events, trade exhibitions, and strategic business meetings.
While proximity to Aachen is not required, Aachen serves as an important hub for collaboration across Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, and Commercial teams.
Located at the heart of Europe, Aachen is known for its strong engineering heritage, international atmosphere, and close proximity to Belgium and the Netherlands. The region is home to world-class research institutions, advanced manufacturing, and a thriving technology community, making it an excellent environment for professionals passionate about innovation and sustainable technologies.
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across functions while helping shape the future of commercial heating, cooling, and climate technologies.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including parental leav, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided.
No calls or agency requests please.