Job Description

The Business Unit

The Honeywell Fire business focuses on providing advanced fire detection, alarm systems, and software solutions designed to protect lives and property. The portfolio includes a wide range of products such as fire alarm control panels, smoke detectors, notification devices, and integrated fire and security software solutions. These systems are engineered to meet the highest standards of safety and reliability, ensuring rapid detection, digital alarm transmission and best response to fire incidents. Honeywell Fire's solutions are scalable and suitable for various applications, including commercial buildings, industrial facilities, healthcare institutions, and educational campuses.

Position Overview:

As a Sr Product Manager for Connected Life Safety Services (CLSS), you will be a visionary and evangelist for Fire hardware and software products, with a primary focus on connected buildings, digitization of alarm transmission, and SAAS solutions. You will be responsible for driving the successful launch of new products and features, from concept to market delivery with a primary focus on leveraging internal and external data to build value added software solutions driving operational efficiency for our partners and impacting life safety. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading NPI programs, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This global leadership role is pivotal in Honeywell Fire's growth trajectory, overseeing the delivery of best-in-class software solutions for building owners, facility manager, system installers, central monitoring stations, and fire departments.

Review details about CLSS:

Ideal Candidate Experience:

• Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in product management, with a focus on new product introduction or launch.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive consensus among stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Execute product strategies and roadmaps.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer needs and market trends.

Key Responsibilities:

New Product Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and execute the NPI strategy aligned with the company's overall product roadmap and business goals.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer segmentation to identify new product opportunities.
• Define product requirements, features, and specifications based on market needs and customer feedback.

Cross-Functional Leadership:

• Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales throughout the NPI process.
• Drive collaboration and communication to ensure alignment on product development milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and advocate for the new product within the organization.

Project Management and Execution:

• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for NPI projects.
• Monitor progress against milestones, identify risks, and proactively address issues to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate beta testing, pilot programs, and market trials to validate product performance and gather customer feedback.

Commercialization and Go-to-Market Strategy:

• Partner with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and sales collateral for new products.
• Drive product launch activities including sales training, customer education, and promotional campaigns.
• Monitor post-launch performance, collect feedback, and iterate on product features and marketing strategies as needed .

Continuous Improvement and Analysis:

• Conduct post-launch reviews and analysis to evaluate the success of NPI projects against established metrics and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities for product enhancements, process improvements, and cost optimization.
• Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and competitor activities related to new product introductions .

YOU MUST HAVE

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in product management or related roles
• Proven track record in customer discovery, NPD execution, and NPI acceleration
• Experience in developing business case financials and creating offering roadmaps

We Value:

• Bachelor’s Degree: in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA or Advanced Degree (Preferred): An MBA or advanced degree in a related field is preferred, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in the Fire industry, products, technology, and or fire/codes.
• Industry Savviness: Savviness on emerging trends, technology and competitive landscape. Ability to leverage industry insights to inform product strategy and differentiate offerings in the market.
• Technical Acumen: Familiarity with SaaS product lifecycle and delivery methodologies. Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Google Analytics) to interpret user data and product performance.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience with agile methodologies including sprint planning and backlog management and a track record of successfully delivering products in iterative, fast-paced environments.
• Strategic Vision: Strong strategic thinking and the ability to align product strategies with broader business goals. Experience developing and executing product roadmaps that contribute to the overall success of the business.
• Global Perspective: Experience working in a global context, understanding diverse market needs and tailoring product strategies accordingly. Ability to collaborate effectively with teams across different regions and time zones.
• Innovative Thinking: Strong innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to identify opportunities, think creatively, and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with executives, engineers, and other cross-functional teams. Proven ability to navigate and influence in a matrixed organization.

If you are a self-driven product manager with a passion for innovation and a commitment to delivering exceptional solutions, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the success of Honeywell Fire as we transform the fire industry.

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.

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