Product Manager - Medium Voltage Distribution

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We are currently seeking a Product Manager, Medium Voltage Distribution to join our dynamic team in Bologna, Italy!

Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Product Manager to support the development and growth of the MV Switchgears (1,5kV – 40.5kV) line of business across EMEA, with clear ownership of product lifecycle, market requirements, profitability, sales enablement, and go-to-market execution.

The successful candidate will concentrate on the strategic and operational management of the MV Switchgears portfolio (1,5kV – 40.5kV), ensuring alignment with customer needs, regional market opportunities, and the company’s overall EMEA and global product strategy.

Duties & Responsibilities

· Manage the full lifecycle of the MV Switchgears portfolio, including new product introduction (NPDI process), line extensions, product updates, rationalization, and end-of-production planning (phase-in / phase-out process).

· Gather and prioritize customer, channel, and market requirements through direct engagement with sales teams, consultants, contractors, distributors, and end users.

· Define and communicate voice-of-customer requirements and support product business cases for new developments and enhancements.

· Research market trends, demand drivers, specification practices, and competitor positioning in MV switchgear markets.

· Develop regional go-to-market plans and support sales and marketing strategies to maximize portfolio revenue and profitability.

· Manage product line profitability, pricing guidance, forecast assumptions, and corrective actions to support business targets.

· Support sales teams on technical positioning, product education, competitive comparisons, and major project opportunities requiring deep application knowledge.

· Prepare and deliver technical presentations, product training, launch materials, and sales enablement collateral for internal and external stakeholders.

· Work with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve lead time, availability, quality, and lifecycle support of the MV portfolio.

· Collaborate with consultants and contractors, in coordination with Technical Sales, to help secure inclusion of MV switchgear solutions within project specifications.

· Attend trade shows, conferences, customer visits, and other relevant events to strengthen market visibility and gather market intelligence.

· Communicate regularly with senior management and provide periodic updates on product performance, market developments, pipeline quality, win rate and strategic opportunities.

Essential Criteria

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degree preferred (such as MS.c etc.)

· At least 5 years’ previous experience in product management, technical marketing, application engineering, or strategic business development within power distribution or adjacent electrical infrastructure markets.

· Strong knowledge of MV switchgear technologies (1,5kV – 40.5kV), applications, customer requirements, and procurement procedures within the industry.

· Demonstrated ability to translate customer needs into product roadmaps, business cases, and commercial actions.

· Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage growth, profitability, pricing, and portfolio priorities.

· English Business Proficiency (at least C1) is a requirement.

· Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop technical and commercial presentations.

· Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across sales, marketing, engineering, operations, and supply chain.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant business systems such as CRM and planning tools.

· Motivated, professional, self-driven, and goal-orientated approach.

· Ability to travel across the region as required.

 If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

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