Job Description Summary

The Product Manager drives the DTR business by managing and developing the global product strategy across all regions and manufacturing units. The role is directly accountable for achieving the growth and profitability aspirations defined in the global PT 5-year Long Term Strategy (LTS).

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

A. Product Strategy and Business Leadership

Develop and maintain a global 5-year product strategy aligned with the PT Long Term Strategy, based on customer needs, technological evolution, and competitive intelligence.

· Lead growth and profitability targets as per the PT 5-year LTS.

· Establish product differentiation, value propositions, and market positioning through tools such as competitive "battle cards," technical support, and the integration of Digital and AI solutions.

B. NPI and Product Roadmap

· Own the end-to-end NPI product roadmap, collaborating with NPI teams to ensure developments align with the PT growth strategy.

· Prioritize developments based on robust business cases with clearly defined commercial targets for post-launch activity.

· Sustain and improve the current portfolio in parallel with new product developments.

C. Marketing and Commercial Interface

· Partner with PT Marketing and Commercial teams to monitor market trends and requirements.

· Provide bidirectional input to Marketing regarding industry trends and market potential to support long-term forecasts and assessments.

· Lead product communication in coordination with the Market Communication team, including supporting tradeshows and authoring technical papers.

D. Networks, Processes, and KPIs

· Cultivate internal and external networks to implement processes and KPIs that improve product development.

· Internal Network: Functional teams (Commercial, Product Sales Specialists, Key Account Managers, Technology), manufacturing units, and PT Management.

· External Network: Customers (including GSI), standardization bodies, and professional associations.

E. Regulatory, Environmental, and Training

· Integrate regulatory requirements into the product strategy, aligning with GE Vernova’s decarbonization and recyclability ambitions.

· Build strong relationships with plant operational teams to drive EHS compliance and a performance-oriented culture.

· Support the PT Academy by mapping technical training needs and supporting development programs.

F. Health and Safety

· Demonstrate a visible commitment to safety in all discussions and adhere to safe working procedures.

· Ensure product designs facilitate a safe supply chain and manufacturing process.

· Actively participate in resolving safety issues and initiating improvement actions.

G. Product Costing

· Lead the Product Costing function and optimize processes across all costing activities.

· Drive offer focus based on the broader commercial and product strategy.

· Provide technical support to differentiate the PT offering through optimized cost structures.

 

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; an MBA is preferred.

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, business line leadership, or P&L management.

· Demonstrated experience in post-merger/acquisition integration, specifically in portfolio and operating model harmonization.

· Strong business acumen combined with a solid technical background.

· Energy industry experience with a deep understanding of customer needs and current trends.

· Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with a customer-centric mindset.

· Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of French or German is an advantage.

· Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and sales platforms.

· Willingness to travel regularly in an international environment.

Desired Characteristics

Approximately 15 years of experience in the Power Systems business (Design, Business Development, Tendering, or Commercial roles).

· Prior experience leading a B2B marketing organization.

· Proven ability to influence and contribute within a matrix organization.

· Advanced analytical skills with the ability to consolidate and interpret large datasets.

· Ability to interface with and influence all levels of customer organizations and internal functions.

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