Manager, Product Management (Data Center Power Systems Products)

MEPPI's Critical Power Solutions Division (CPSD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Management Section Manager to lead project-focused product management activities across research, planning, development, launch, and commercialization of CPSD products and services. In this leadership role, you will guide cross-functional execution, align project roadmaps, champion customer-driven innovation, and ensure successful delivery of products that meet market needs and business objectives.

What You'll Do

Lead Project Management Operations: Direct and oversee Project Management staff, providing leadership and support to ensure successful execution of product strategies, development programs, and launches that meet revenue, margin, and customer objectives.

Govern Project & Product Processes: Establish, refine, and enforce adherence to project and product lifecycle processes, including planning, development, release, launch, change management, lifecycle management, pricing administration, and business system governance.

Drive Market-Aligned Execution: Guide project teams in identifying market trends, emerging technologies, customer requirements, and competitive dynamics to inform project prioritization and execution strategies.

Champion Voice of the Customer: Lead and support cross-functional coordination and Voice-of-Customer activities throughout the full lifecycle of projects-from ideation through deployment and end-of-life.

Align Integrated Roadmaps: Ensure alignment of project roadmaps across products to enable efficient development and delivery of integrated, value-added system-level solutions.

Promote Innovation & Execution Excellence: Champion innovation initiatives in collaboration with Engineering and technology partners by establishing frameworks, tools, and facilities that support disciplined project execution.

Oversee Status Reporting & Communication: Develop and maintain project planning, execution, and launch status reports; ensure leadership and key stakeholders are informed of progress, risks, and milestones.

Develop & Lead Talent: Manage Project Management staff in accordance with company policies; recruit, train, cross-train, mentor employees; conduct performance reviews; and provide compensation input.

Support Partner & Supplier Engagements: Assist Project Managers in negotiating agreements with technology and supply partners.

Collaborate With Customers & Stakeholders: Work closely with customer project teams, engineers, procurement, quality groups, and senior leaders to conduct Voice-of-Customer interviews, analyze data, establish timelines, communicate progress, and coordinate meetings.

Represent CPSD Professionally: Further CPSD's goals and professional image through cooperative, timely engagement with customers, partners, and internal MEPPI teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical product or project management
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Technical & Market Expertise:

• Advanced experience commercializing new products and technologies
• Strong background launching and managing technical or industrial products and systems
• Advanced knowledge of infrastructure equipment used in data centers and other mission-critical facilities

Skills & Attributes:

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams in a collaborative environment

Technology Proficiency:

• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products
• Experience with CRM platforms and ERP systems

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Profit sharing, * Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI pays 90% of medical, dental, and vision plan costs
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation accrual after 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays annually
• Career Development: Leadership development, training programs, and educational assistance
• Exclusive Employee Perks: Profit sharing, free access to the 24/7 fitness center in Warrendale, PA, and participation in MEPPI's Wellness Program

At MEPPI, Project Management plays a critical role in translating strategy into execution. As Project Management Section Manager within CPSD, you'll drive delivery of innovative critical power solutions that support data centers and essential infrastructure-backed by Mitsubishi Electric's global engineering strength.