Director, Product Management – PTAC/VTAC

GE Appliances

  • Louisville, KY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.Interested in joining us on our journey?As a GE Appliances’ Director, Product Management – PTAC/VTAC, you’ll have broad leadership responsibility for the product line strategy and end to end profitability. This role requires exceptional business acumen, product and operational knowledge, and strong collaboration between multiple functions including: Technology, Supply Chain/Operations, Sourcing, Service, Sales & Marketing.Position Director, Product Management – PTAC/VTACLocation USA, Louisville, KYHow You'll Create Possibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership for the Zoneline Microenterprise product portfolio (PTAC, Vertical, Built-In, Through-the-Wall ACs, and Accessories). Develop long-term multi-generation product roadmaps and advanced development strategies.
  • Partner with Marketing, Sales, Brand, and Consumer Insights teams to build differentiated brand positioning and channel strategies.
  • Collaborate with the Zoneline Technology team to scope, resource, and secure funding for new product development programs. Provide guidance and leadership for active NPI initiatives.
  • Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to drive commercial execution and maximize market performance of Zoneline products.
  • Work closely with the Selmer plant team on Factory Master Plan development—ensuring alignment with NPI initiatives, optimized integration, and secured funding strategies.
  • Collaborate with Sourcing to establish sourcing strategies and risk management/mitigation plans for components and sourced products, addressing both day-to-day operations and NPIs.
  • Develop and lead a comprehensive investment strategy for the Zoneline Microenterprise. Present recommendations and secure funding through the annual Growth Playbook, SII, and Operating Plan processes.
  • Partner with Quality, Technology, Sourcing, and Selmer plant teams to drive cost-out initiatives and quality improvements, ensuring both customer satisfaction and strong financial results. Establish processes to address dealer, installer, and consumer installation challenges unique to Zoneline products, and incorporate insights into future product roadmaps.
  • Partner with Design to plan for regulatory and agency compliance, identify innovation opportunities with Advanced Development, and execute targeted “run-the-plant” projects in collaboration with the Platform team.
  • Chair the cross-functional Zoneline Selmer Product Council, ensuring alignment with Hoshin objectives and balance between functional and end-to-end business goals.
  • Oversee inventory management commitments by actively participating in weekly Production, Scheduling, and Inventory (PSI) meetings. Collaborate with Selmer plant, Marketing, and Sales to optimize LOW/OT clearance actions and maintain target inventory levels.
  • Own and manage the relationship with the Parts team, ensuring customer satisfaction and achieving required financial outcomes.
What You'll Bring to Our TeamPosition Competencies (Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
  • Leadership Excellence: Demonstrates exceptional leadership skills, managing a major job area with a large team of highly specialized professionals and/or multiple teams led by managers or supervisors, fostering a high-performance culture and building strong cross-functional alignment.
  • Strategic Management: Manages and implements key strategic goals for the function, ensuring measurable contributions to the function's results and alignment with organizational objectives, with proven strength in developing multi-generation product strategies and enterprise investment plans.
  • Operational Planning: Formulates short to mid-term operational plans and strategies (1–2 years), effectively translating strategic goals into actionable plans that drive operational excellence across NPIs, factory performance, and inventory management.
  • Complex Problem Solving: Proficiently works through difficult and often complex problems, leveraging expertise and strategic insight to balance quality, cost, supply chain, and customer expectations in a dynamic operating environment.
  • Influential Leadership: Influences business decisions made by functional leadership, as well as others outside the function, regarding policies, practices, and procedures, demonstrating persuasive communication skills and the ability to secure alignment at senior levels.
  • Execution Management: Possesses practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects, and tactics within a function, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of results through disciplined NPI commercialization and continuous improvement.
Preferred Competencies
  • Product & Application Knowledge: Applies understanding of current product portfolio and uses it to support decisions and customer needs.
  • NPI Process Knowledge: Knowledge of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process used to support successful launches.
Educational and Experiential Background
  • BA/BS degree from an accredited university or college; advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of Product Management, Manufacturing, and/or Technology experience
Preferred Education/Experience
  • MBA preferred.
  • Six Sigma and/or Lean certification.
  • Experience in the HVAC industry.
  • Experience in cross-functional leadership experience (particularly in commercial roles), in Appliances or a technical AC products business, or working with GE Appliances’ products
Working Conditions & Travel Requirements
  • Working conditions are typical for an office environment.
  • Expected to call into 2-3 monthly nighttime calls with Asia (depending on active NPI programs)
  • 20% ongoing travel; Occasional conferencing and/or external training attendance may be required at times.
Our CultureOur work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.SIf you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com

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