Sr Product Manager Lead

Product Management Lead

THE BUSINESS UNIT

The Honeywell Fire business focuses on providing advanced fire detection, alarm systems, digital dispatch 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, integrated fire and security software solutions, automated dispatch and alerting products/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, educational campuses, ECCs, and fire stations.

For over 20 years and now part of Honeywell's Commercial Fire business, our dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions has positioned us as a leader in station alerting systems, with nearly 4,500 fire stations worldwide relying on our technology. The US Digital Dispatch (USDD) IP-based station alerting system is transforming emergency response, reducing response times, enhancing situational awareness, and protecting first responders' health. We are committed to enhancing emergency response coordination and improving safety for first responders worldwide.

Position Overview:

As a Product Manager Lead for US Digital Design (USDD), you will be a visionary and evangelist for Fire hardware and software products, with a primary focus on automated dispatch, digitization of alarm transmission, and SAAS solutions for ECCs and Fire Departments. You will be responsible for driving the successful launch of new products and features, from concept to market delivery. 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 ECCs and Fire Departments. Review details about USDD (https://buildings.honeywell.com/us/en/brands/our-brands/usdd)

Location: Leicester, UK 

Travel/Territory: 15-30%; mostly domestic and some international

Ideal Candidate Experience

•  Strong Product Portfolio leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve results.
•  Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving innovation and growth within a product portfolio.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment and familiarity with agile methodologies is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Portfolio Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product portfolio strategy aligned with business objectives and market opportunities. Define the vision, goals, and priorities for the product portfolio and ensure alignment with broader company strategies.

Product Roadmap Management: Lead the development and management of product roadmaps for the entire portfolio, outlining key initiatives, features, and enhancements to be delivered over time. Prioritize initiatives based on market trends, customer needs, and business priorities.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to drive portfolio initiatives forward. Facilitate communication and coordination between teams to ensure successful product launches and adoption.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Minimum of 6 years of expertise in managing a portfolio of products, projects, and investments.
•  Proven track record in portfolio performance management and lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of Master Data Management.

WE VALUE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• Experience of a fire department operations, products, and procedures.
• Experience in a global organization
• Experience in market research and analysis
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment

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.

Our Offer

• A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity, and innovation in an international work environment
• An opportunity to operate both tactically and strategically, working closely with senior functional and business leadership
• Experienced leaders and mentoring to support your professional development 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!

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