Product Management & Marketing Director

Modine Manufacturing Company; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401k Retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive time-off policies

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company is seeking a Product Management and Marketing Director in Owatonna, Minnesota. In this strategic role, you will lead the lifecycle management of our Chillers & Air Handling Systems, driving product strategy and market success.

The ideal candidate has over a decade of progressive experience in product management, preferably within the HVAC sector. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive product management experience.
• 5-7 years in senior leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of HVAC technologies and chillers.

Responsibilities

• Own the full product lifecycle from roadmap to end-of-life.
• Align portfolio strategy with market needs.
• Lead pricing models and profitability analysis.
• Identify and drive new product development.
• Execute integrated marketing campaigns.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Cross-functional teamwork

Pricing strategies

New product development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Digital product selection tools

Job description

Position Description

We are seeking a strategic and visionary Product Management and Marketing Director to lead the lifecycle management and market success of our Chillers & Air Handling Systems product lines. In this critical leadership role, you will drive product strategy, optimize our portfolio, and spearhead new product development to fuel revenue growth and market expansion. Collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and operations, you will ensure we deliver highly competitive offerings and execute winning go-to-market strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Lifecycle Management: Own the full product lifecycle from roadmap development and launch to growth, optimization, and end-of-life management.
• Portfolio Optimization: Align portfolio strategy with market needs and customer insights to maintain a highly competitive product offering.
• Pricing & Profitability: Lead pricing models, cost/margin analysis, and collaborate with finance and sales to drive profitability and quoting objectives.
• New Product Innovation: Identify, prioritize, and drive new product development, acting as the voice of the customer to ensure successful launches.
• Go-to-Market Leadership: Own product positioning, messaging, and value propositions; execute integrated marketing campaigns and sales enablement strategies.
• Digital Tool Strategy: Lead the development of product selection software, configurators, and digital platforms to enhance customer discovery and experience.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Serve as the central leader across engineering, sales, marketing, and supply chain to drive alignment on priorities and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Team Leadership: Mentor team members, foster a high-performance environment, and build organizational capability.

Required Education & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related preferred). MBA or advanced degree is highly preferred.
• Experience: 12+ years of progressive product management experience, including 5-7 years in senior leadership or multi-team management roles.
• Industry Expertise: Strong understanding of chillers, air handling systems, or related HVAC technologies, with experience in an independent representative sales channel.
• Technical Aptitude: Experience defining and supporting digital tools, such as selection software or technical platforms.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated success in developing pricing strategies, analyzing market data, and aligning sales with engineering strategy.
• Leadership: Exceptional coaching, change management, and stakeholder communication skills across executive and technical audiences.

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
  • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
  • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.