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# Systems Product Manager III

- **Company:** Nidec Motor Corporation
- **Location:** Hoffman Estates, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Engineering, Industrial Software
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/systems-product-manager-iii-hoffman-estates-il--14557f7e-33cc-4169-8d5e-74b4fea7e218

## About the Role

Systems Administration/Management, Product Management, Mining Equipment and Machinery, Cellular Telephone, Robotics, Low Voltage (LV), Product Management, Sales, Software Engineering, Product Development, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required

 * MBA or advanced degree preferred
 * 5+ years of experience in product management or related roles in automation or industrial systems
 * Experience with motor controls required
 * Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and product launches
 * Experience working in global environments
 * Strong understanding of motion control systems, electric motors, and gearing technologies
 * Proven ability to manage complex product portfolios in global markets
 * Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
 * Excellent communication and leadership skills
 * Customer-focused mindset with experience supporting application-driven product development

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

 * Both Domestic and International Travel up to 15%

## Description

The Low Voltage Drive Product Manager is responsible for the global lifecycle management of specialty motor and gearing product lines-from strategy and roadmap definition through development, launch, and ongoing optimization.

This role serves as the central cross-functional leader, aligning product development, sales, application engineering, and operations to deliver differentiated solutions that meet market needs and drive business growth.

Core Objective: Drive global product strategy and portfolio execution while accelerating market adoption and lifecycle value of the Low Voltage Drive product line.

Responsibilities

Product Strategy and Portfolio Management:

 * Develop and execute global product strategies aligned with business objectives and target market segments.
 * Define product roadmaps, including new product development, line extensions, and rationalization.
 * Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer engagement to identify growth opportunities.
 * Translate application and customer requirements into product specifications and value propositions

Product Development Leadership

 * Lead cross-functional product development from concept through commercialization
 * Partner with engineering to ensure technical feasibility, performance, and cost targets are met
 * Define product requirements, business cases, and success metrics
 * Ensure validation, testing, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations

Global Cross-Functional Collaboration

 * Work closely with sales and application engineering teams to support New Business Opportunities (NBO)
 * Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and manufacturing to ensure scalability and product availability
 * Align with marketing on product positioning, messaging, and customer value communication

Go-to-Market and Commercial Execution

 * Develop global go-to-market strategies, including pricing, segmentation, and channel approaches
 * Support sales enablement through training, tools, and customer-facing materials
 * Participate in key customer engagements and strategic opportunities

Product Lifecycle Management

 * Monitor product performance through sales data, margin analysis, and customer feedback
 * Drive continuous improvement including cost optimization and feature enhancements
 * Manage lifecycle stages including launch, growth, maturity, and end-of-life transitions

Voice of Customer & Market Insights

 * Capture structured feedback from customers, application engineering, and field teams
 * Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies
 * Use insights to inform product strategy and innovation priorities