Description Robert Half is currently searching for an experienced Product Manager with expertise in power distribution and data center infrastructure for our client in Wisconsin. This is a
Direct Hire position with our client, offering remote flexibility for the right person.
This is a high-visibility product leadership role focused on building and scaling power distribution solutions for mission-critical data center environments, including co-location and AI data centers. The Product Manager owns the front end of the product development lifecycle, identifying market opportunities, shaping product strategy, translating customer needs into clear requirements, and driving offerings from concept through launch.
This role has broad exposure across strategy, engineering, marketing, sales, and customers. You will work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to define where the product portfolio goes next, how quickly it gets there, and how effectively it delivers value to customers and the business.
The title and scope may flex between Product Manager and Senior Product Manager depending on experience. The priority is finding the right person with the right mix of technical understanding, product leadership, and customer insight, with scope and level aligned to demonstrated capability.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Own the Product Development Process (PDP) for new and evolving power distribution products, from early concept through market launch.
- Define and execute product category strategy and roadmaps aligned to business objectives and market demand.
- Lead voice-of-the-customer (VOC) efforts, market research, and competitive analysis to identify opportunities in mission-critical data center infrastructure.
- Translate customer and market insights into clear Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) that engineering teams can execute against.
- Partner closely with engineering through iterative design, validation, and refinement to ensure solutions meet technical and customer requirements.
- Work with Product Marketing to define positioning, messaging, and go-to-market plans.
- Support sales through training, value propositions, demos, and direct customer engagement.
- Secure and support pilot customers, incorporating feedback to refine and improve offerings prior to broader rollout.
- Monitor product performance, margins, and cost structures; identify opportunities for pricing, cost optimization, and profitability improvement.
- Track and report KPIs related to product success, roadmap execution, and market adoption.
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert for assigned product categories, representing the product in leadership reviews, governance forums, and customer discussions.
This role is focused on building what's next, not maintaining a long-established product line. Expect a fast pace, ambiguity, and meaningful influence over strategic direction.
Requirements Team & Collaboration- Reports to the product leadership team within strategy and market research.
- Works alongside a team of product managers and associates, with close partnership across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, sales, service, and product marketing.
- Interfaces regularly with senior leaders and external customers.
- Project managers support execution, allowing this role to focus on product definition, decisions, and outcomes.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in product management, product engineering, or electrical/mechanical engineering for complex, physical, manufactured products.
- Demonstrated experience working with power, energy infrastructure, and/or data center technologies.
- Strong understanding of product development processes and speed-to-market execution.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority.
- Experience engaging directly with customers, gathering requirements, and translating needs into actionable product definitions.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with mission-critical data center infrastructure such as power distribution systems, generators, switchgear, or UPS solutions.
- Exposure to co-location or AI data center environments.
- MBA or advanced business education.
- Background that blends hands-on technical experience with formal product management ownership.
Work Environment & Travel- Hybrid work model with regular onsite collaboration in Fox Valley area.
- Open to remote candidates who can travel to Wisconsin periodically.
- Limited travel, generally up to 15%, including occasional customer visits and industry events.
- Emphasis on sustainable work-life balance with minimal after-hours or weekend expectations.
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