DUCTLESS PRODUCT MANAGER

RAC / PAC / Multi Systems Product Manager (AME Region)

The RAC / PAC / Multi Systems Product Manager is responsible for supporting the Residential Air Conditioning (RAC), Professional Air Conditioning (PAC), and Multi-Split Systems segment across the AME region, with accountability for product strategy execution, portfolio management, and cross-functional coordination. This role works closely with engineering, procurement, and commercial teams to drive portfolio competitiveness, product readiness, and market success.

The position serves as a key link between product development and market execution, ensuring alignment with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and global platform strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the RAC, PAC, and Multi-Split Systems segment across AME, contributing to product strategy, portfolio execution, and business performance
  (Includes Residential RAC splits, Professional Air Conditioners (PAC), and Multi-Split systems)

• Drive portfolio management and product competitiveness, identifying gaps, opportunities, and optimization actions across RAC, PAC, and Multi segments

• Coordinate end-to-end product lifecycle activities, ensuring 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

• Act as a key interface between product development and commercial teams, ensuring alignment 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, ensuring competitiveness across residential and professional segments

• Support agile ways of working and speed-to-market initiatives, improving responsiveness to evolving market and customer needs

• Help drive transformation toward a more product-oriented and customer-centric approach, strengthening alignment across functions and regions

Basic Qualifications

• 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 RAC, PAC, or ductless/multi-split systems (residential and/or light commercial)
• 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 (e.g., energy efficiency, refrigerants, safety standards)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or MBA
• 7+ years of experience in product management or segment management within HVAC
• Direct experience with Multi-Split systems, inverter technologies, or light commercial PAC applications
• Knowledge of low-GWP refrigerants (e.g., 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)
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (launches, updates, phase-outs)
• Working knowledge of regional regulatory requirements (e.g., energy efficiency, refrigerants, safety standards)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret market and product data
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a matrixed, global organization

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!

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