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Daikin Applied is seeking a Program Management Director. In this role you will be responsible for the growth and profitability of the assigned strategic portfolio. Set the long-term vision of the portfolio based on the needs of the customer and business then creates scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of company programs. Plans, organizes, and lead new service offerings and opportunities. Optimize profit and meet marketing, financial, and corporate growth objectives. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Plymouth, MN
Your Responsibilities:
- Sets the vision and strategy for the long term growth of the portfolio. Communicates across the
organization and leads through influence to gain buy-in and achieve both short term and long
term goals.
- Use influence to work cross functionally and across different Daikin global businesses to advance
new services, offers, and product development programs with a North America focus
- Work with engineering and sourcing to enhance current service offerings and develop new
offerings that are value driven and differentiate Daikin in the market
- Create and get DAA buy-in for a five-year vision to apply new technologies, leverage current and
emerging technologies to drive new revenue streams and increase service productivity
- Leads, coaches, and mentors a team of 7-10 product managers.
- Create business requirements and documentation to ensure clear deliverables
- Develops new business, expands service offerings, and deploys initiatives with training and follow
up to ensure growth
- Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules, develops solutions to program problems
- Directs work of incumbents assigned to program from various departments
- Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget
- Acts as advisor to program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations
- Create business plan including financial justification and forecasting, resource planning and
project scheduling
Your Qualifications:
- 7+ years of HVAC industry experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field – Engineering, Technical or Business
- 5+ years of people leadership experience
Your Benefits:
Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
· Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
· 401K retirement plan with employer match
· Paid time off and company paid holidays
· Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
· Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $126,100 to $221,900 + up to 25% bonus eligibility in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
Skills Required
- 7+ years of HVAC industry experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical, Business, or a related field
- 5+ years of people leadership experience
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What We Do
Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors. Daikin branded products, solutions, and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service, and parts offices. Daikin Applied’s parent company, Daikin Industries, Ltd. reports revenues in excess of $20 billion and has more than 67,000 employees worldwide, making it the largest HVAC manufacturer in the world. Daikin Industries, Ltd. has more than 90 production sites worldwide and works with customers in more than 150 countries.









