Product Category Manager (Smart Homes and Underfloor Heating)

Product Category Manager (Smart Homes & Underfloor Heating)

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IMI plc
We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions, partnering with customers to solve today’s demands and prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life, and making a better world.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications, focusing on Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, Fluid Control, and Transport. We collaborate with customers, listen closely, and think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Smart Home and Underfloor Heating Product Category Manager to join our team. As a Product Category Manager, you will define and execute the global strategy for the Smart Home and Underfloor Heating Category within the Residential Portfolio, manage the entire product lifecycle, drive innovation based on market and customer insights, and ensure alignment with business objectives and market trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Category Strategy
  • Develop and execute the category strategy aligned with Residential Portfolio objectives.
  • Identify market opportunities, assess competitive landscape, and define target customer segments.
• Portfolio Lifecycle Management
  • Own the product lifecycle from early‑stage ideation to phase‑out.
  • Determine the product offering to meet customer needs and maximise sales growth and profitability.
  • Monitor portfolio performance (revenue, margin, market share) and drive improvement actions.
  • Define and optimise the SKU structure to reduce complexity.
• Customer & Market Insight
  • Monitor industry trends, conduct market research, and gather customer feedback.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify new product opportunities and improve existing offerings.
  • Source customer and market challenges as material for customer‑led innovation.
  • Establish and nurture relationships with sales teams and customers to understand current and emerging market needs.
  • Translate insights into concrete product or feature development.
  • Support customer interactions and key account initiatives.
• Go‑to‑Market Support
  • Define and support value‑based pricing strategies in collaboration with the Pricing Manager.
  • Develop clear value propositions and messaging for products and solutions within the category.
  • Collaborate with Marketing to develop effective marketing campaigns and product launches, providing guidance on positioning, messaging, and target audience.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams.
  • Coordinate with R&D during product development to ensure outcomes match requirements.
  • Support forecasting and planning activities by providing market intelligence and volume projections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Product Management, Portfolio Management, Technical Sales, or Design/Planning within HVAC or fluid control industries.
• In‑depth knowledge of smart home technologies and hydronic systems.
• Solid grasp of product lifecycle management.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and drive data‑driven decisions.
• Proven ability to develop and implement data‑driven strategies.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally (approx. 25‑35%).

Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, results‑oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality and timely delivery.
• Solid leadership capabilities and a collaborative working style.
• Comfortable working in cross‑functional teams and matrixed environments.
• Ability to balance technical depth with strategic thinking and business focus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to support the growth of the Heatmiser business within a large organisation (over 10,000 employees in 50+ countries).
• Be part of a company at the forefront of innovation, improving the quality of life for customers and communities.
• Personal growth, career development, and networking opportunities within the business, division, and the wider Group.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity.
• Attractive remuneration package and a range of wellbeing benefits.
• Modern office building with free parking and links to major motorways, airports, and cities in the North of the UK.

Health & Safety: Physical demands in the Key Duties & Responsibilities section are required for essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss work conditions and physical requirements.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties: At IMI we are committed to protecting our people, minimizing our environmental impact, and ensuring the welfare of themselves, others, and the environment.

Code of Ethics: IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, in accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes To This Job Description: IMI may amend this job description in whole or in part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.