VRF Product Manager
Job Description
Drive VRF product strategy for AME while coordinating portfolio decisions, lifecycle execution, and regional market alignment.
Responsibilities
- Support the VRF Systems segment across AME, contributing to product strategy, portfolio execution, and business performance including Mini VRF and three phase VRF
- Lead portfolio management to improve product competitiveness, identifying gaps, opportunities, and optimization actions across multiple segments
- Coordinate end-to-end product lifecycle activities to support timely launches, product updates, and phase-outs in line with quality, safety, and regulatory standards
- Collaborate with engineering and global teams to adapt global platforms to regional market needs, balancing cost, features, and application requirements
- Serve as a key interface between product development and commercial teams, aligning product direction with customer expectations, installer needs, and competitive positioning
- Support development of product roadmaps and business cases, contributing to prioritization of features, platforms, and investments
- Partner with sales and channel teams to strengthen go-to-market strategies, including positioning, product training, and value proposition development
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes, translating insights into actionable product and portfolio recommendations
- Contribute to pricing strategies and product positioning for residential and professional segments
- Support agile ways of working and speed-to-market initiatives to improve responsiveness to evolving customer and market needs
- Help drive transformation toward a more product-oriented, customer-centric approach across functions and regions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC) or related field
- 5+ years of experience in HVAC, product management, engineering, or related technical-commercial roles
- Experience with VRF systems (Mini VRF, air to air, and air to water VRF)
- Solid understanding of HVAC fundamentals, including system design, applications, and performance drivers
- Experience with product lifecycle management (launches, updates, phase-outs)
- Working knowledge of regional regulatory requirements (examples provided: energy efficiency, refrigerants, safety standards)
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or MBA
- 7+ years of experience in product management or segment management within HVAC
- Direct experience with VRF and ductless systems, inverter technologies, or light commercial applications
- Knowledge of low-GWP refrigerants (examples provided: R454B, R32) and evolving environmental regulations
- Experience supporting product strategy, roadmap development, and portfolio optimization
- Exposure to pricing, positioning, and go-to-market strategy development
- Familiarity with global platform adaptation/localization for regional markets
- Experience working closely with OEMs, suppliers, or manufacturing teams
- Understanding of channel dynamics (distribution, contractors, applied sales, key accounts)
- Experience with digital/connected HVAC solutions (IoT, controls, smart systems)
- Ability to translate customer and installer insights into product requirements
- Demonstrated ability to support agile or fast-paced product development environments
- Experience working in cross-functional teams (engineering, sales, marketing, operations)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, interpreting market and product data
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work in a matrixed, global organization
Technologies
- IoT
- Controls
- Smart systems
- Inverter technologies
Benefits
- Premium health coverage
- 401(k) with generous matching
- Resources for financial planning and goal setting
- Ample paid time off
- Parental leave
- Comprehensive life and disability protection
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing; employment is contingent on successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.