Product manager - AC

The position:

We are seeking an experienced “Product Manager - Air Conditioning” to drive product innovation and market success in our target region. You will be responsible for market insights, product definition, competitive analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D teams in Headquarter China. This role requires a deep understanding of local market dynamics, technical expertise in air conditioning systems, and the ability to bridge market needs with technical execution. 

Key responsibilities:

1. Market & User Insights:

- Conduct in-depth research on target market trends, user needs, and competitor strategies to inform HVAC product planning and technology roadmaps. 

- Identify consumer pain points and translate them into actionable product requirements and differentiated value propositions. 

2. Product Development & Sales Support:

- Define product specifications, design solutions, and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with market demands. 

-  Support local sales team (technical support, training, B2B RFQ etc.) especially for products like VRF & HP.

- Collaborate closely with HQ-based R&D teams to drive innovation, resolve technical challenges, and ensure timely product delivery.

3. Competitive & Industry Analysis:

- Be able to continuously analyze the development trend and technical trend of the target air conditioning market

- Synthesize market intelligence and provide strategic feedback to HQ R&D teams. 

4.    Product Experience Optimization:

- Local promotion of product certification, rapid solution of product market problems, exchange and communication of industry associations, technical assistance to solve customer complaints, local experience of products.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Refrigeration, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 

- 3+ years of experience in product management for the HVAC industry, especially commercial products VRF & HP, with expertise in regional market standards, regulations, and industry practices. 

- Proven track record of collaborating with cross-border R&D teams and delivering market-driven solutions. 

- Prior experience in local enterprises or managing HVAC products for the target market. 

- Established network within regional industry associations would be a plus.

- Strong analytical skills, technical acumen, and familiarity with industry association ecosystems.