Develop and maintain regional Product Solutions gap analyses by organizing customer, rep channel, and market feedback across equipment categories into BU‑facing requirements
Collect and synthesize voice‑of‑market inputs from rep channels, sales teams, regions, and verticals, maintaining a consistent intake and documentation process that informs portfolio discussions
Support the Product Council governance system by coordinating inputs, preparing agendas and pre‑reads, documenting decisions, and tracking action items to ensure timely follow‑through
Assist in executing the Strategic Product Planning process by gathering cross-functional inputs, supporting intake and prioritization activities, and preparing business case and roadmap alignment materials
Support maintenance of the enterprise product portfolio view, updating portfolio transparency tools, health metrics, and prioritization summaries to facilitate cross-functional alignment
Conduct portfolio analytics and market intelligence activities, summarizing competitive, regulatory, and market shifts to support Product Council and planning forums
Summarize implications of mega‑trends-including electrification, decarbonization, IAQ/IEQ, and digitization-to inform product and solutions planning
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Product BUs, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance, and Systems & Energy Modeling to support execution of approved portfolio actions
Support enterprise‑critical strategic projects as assigned, ensuring structured coordination and timely delivery of high‑impact workstreams
Requirements
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Engineering, Business, or related discipline
6 to 8 years years of progressive experience in portfolio/product strategy, product management, or commercial strategy
Enterprise communication & listening : Communicates clearly; listens well; translates business, customer, and field needs into structured insights for portfolio decisions
Written communication: Produces concise summaries; conveys technical or numerical content clearly for cross‑functional consumption. - Analytical capability: Collects and researches data; synthesizes inputs from multiple sources; applies judgment and intuition to complement analysis
Problem solving: Identifies issues, analyzes options, and proposes alternatives; collaborates effectively in group problem-solving environments
Cross-functional collaboration: Works effectively across Product BUs, Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Marketing; aligns stakeholders and negotiates priorities
Influence without authority: Builds credibility, earns trust, and influences outcomes through relationships, data, and structured reasoning
Business acumen: Understands how product, solutions, service, and digital offerings drive customer value and profitability; recognizes competitive and market dynamics
Strategic thinking: Interprets organizational strengths/weaknesses and external changes; adapts recommendations to emerging market conditions
Judgment: Makes timely recommendations; escalates appropriately; includes the right voices in decision paths
Industry awareness (industrial/technical markets): Comfortable working with engineered products, technical solutions, and industrial/commercial buying processes; able to learn domain specifics quickly
Commercial
Benefits
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growthThe support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our bestHealth insurance
Additional Information
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Daikin Applied is seeking a Portfolio Strategy Manager who will support enterprise product direction by translating rep channel, sales network, market, and customer insights into structured inputs and recommendations, with priority focus on the Product Solutions portfolio (equipment). Under moderate direction, the role supports the Product Council, assists with Strategic Product Planning, and helps maintain the enterprise product portfolio view to improve visibility and decision quality. The role also supports gap identification across Service, Systems, Advanced, and Connected Solutions, elevating insights from the rep network and sales channel to inform cross-functional discussions. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Plymouth, MN, Hybrid
Daikinapplied · Plymouth, MN 55441