Product Manager, Global, Oil-Flooded Compressors

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The Company

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power.

Summary of the position:

The Product Manager, Global, Oil-Flooded Compressors is responsible for developing and executing the global product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management for the Sullair Oil-Flooded compressor portfolio. This role drives profitable growth through market insight, product innovation, and cross-functional leadership.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the global product strategy, vision, and multi-year roadmap for the Oil-Flooded compressor portfolio.
• Manage the complete product lifecycle, including new product introduction, growth, optimization, rationalization, and end-of-life planning.
• Lead Voice of Customer (VoC) initiatives to identify unmet customer needs, market trends, and product improvement opportunities.
• Develop and govern global pricing, positioning, and portfolio strategies that support revenue growth and margin expansion.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Procurement teams to drive new product development, cost optimization, and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives.
• Support demand forecasting, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), and inventory optimization activities to improve business performance.
• Lead global product launch activities, ensuring successful commercialization, market adoption, and achievement of business case objectives.
• Monitor product line financial performance, including revenue, profitability, pricing realization, and return on investment.
• Align global and regional stakeholders around product strategy, roadmap priorities, investment decisions, and market requirements.
• Analyze sales performance, market penetration, and channel effectiveness to identify opportunities for growth and market share expansion.
• Gather and analyze market, customer, competitive, and industry intelligence to identify growth opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and product positioning analyses in collaboration with Engineering and commercial teams to maintain market competitiveness.
• Develop and execute aftermarket growth strategies, including service offerings, parts, upgrades, and lifecycle value enhancement opportunities.
• Serve as a product champion and train-the-trainer resource, ensuring organizational readiness and product knowledge across regions.
• Provide technical and commercial support to Sales, Service, Customer Support, Marketing, and Operations teams as required.
• Support customer engagement, channel partner development, industry events, and promotional activities to strengthen product awareness and market presence.
• Lead the development of business cases and investment proposals for new products, product enhancements, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure portfolio health, product success, customer satisfaction, and business performance.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications teams to develop value propositions, messaging, sales tools, and go-to-market strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable product regulations, industry standards, and sustainability initiatives across global markets.

Success Metrics

• Revenue growth +5% to +15% annually
• Gross margin improvement of 1 to 3 points annually
• 1-to-3-point market share gains in targeted segments
• On-time completion of assigned NPD deliverables

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or Equivalent field
• Product Mgmt. Program and / or Project Mgmt. Certification a plus
• LEAN / 6 SIGMA a plus

Professional experience:

• 5 to 10 years product management experience in industrial or capital equipment markets
• Compressed air product management experience strongly preferred; rotating equipment experience considered
• Strong business and financial acumen. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• New product development process or stage-gate development process
• Product strategy and product roadmap development
• Product forecasting and S&OP
• Business case development
• Product launch and product lifecycle management
• Product marketing and channel strategy development
• Product value engineering tools and techniques
• Cross functional team experience, matrix management experience

Key behaviors:

• Strategic Planning and Execution
  Translates business objectives into actionable product strategies, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes.
• Influence and Stakeholder Management
  Builds alignment and drives decisions across a matrixed organization without direct authority.
• Effective Communication
  Communicates complex technical and business concepts with clarity, adapting messaging to diverse audiences and levels of the organization.
• Collaboration Across Boundaries
  Fosters strong partnerships across regions, functions, cultures, and organizational levels to achieve shared objectives.
• Customer Insight and Market Curiosity
  Demonstrates a deep commitment to understanding customer needs, market trends, and emerging opportunities.
• Analytical Thinking and Business Acumen
  Uses data, market intelligence, and financial analysis to make informed decisions and prioritize investments.
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation Mindset
  Challenges the status quo, embraces change, and drives innovation to improve products, processes, and customer value.
• Decision Making and Calculated Risk Taking
  Makes timely, informed decisions while balancing business objectives, customer needs, and organizational risk.
• Results Orientation and Accountability
  Takes ownership of outcomes, delivers on commitments, and holds self-accountable for business performance.
• Global Perspective
  Understands the balance between global standardization and regional market requirements, enabling scalable growth across diverse markets.
• Leadership Through Expertise
  Serves as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, earning credibility through knowledge, integrity, and collaboration.
• Growth Mindset
  Continuously seeks opportunities to learn, develop, and expand capabilities while encouraging the same in others.

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The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.