APAC Field Device Product Manager

Product Manager – Air Control Products (APAC) Location: Shanghai Reporting Line: Sr. Product Manager, Field Device, APAC Portfolio Scope: BAS & Controls Position Description This role drives the development and growth of air control and field device products across APAC, with a focus on VAV solutions, Johnson Controls’ specialized environmental control systems, and other application-specific products to industry needs.

As part of the regional product management team, the Product Manager works closely with sales and global teams to support product certification, technical enablement, and market engagement. The role follows a market- and application-driven approach, contributing to product positioning and enabling effective market entry and growth.

Own end-to-end product lifecycle management Identify market opportunities and close portfolio gaps through new product initiatives Support and coordinate go-to-market activities and product launches across APAC Essential Job Functions Product Strategy & Portfolio Management Define and execute product strategies, roadmaps, and lifecycle plans Identify portfolio gaps and drive new product development (NPI) initiatives Develop business cases for new or enhanced products Support pricing strategy and contribute to margin optimization and profitability improvement Market & Customer Insights Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer requirements Assess APAC market size and growth opportunities Collect and consolidate insights from end-users, distributors, and OEMs Commercial Execution & Go-to-Market Support go-to-market strategy execution in collaboration with sales teams Lead product launches with regional sales and channel teams Provide product training, marketing materials, and technical support Support customer engagement activities and key account interaction Product Financial & Business Delivery Define market share, pricing, and margin targets of product lines Drive customer profitability analysis to support commercial decisions Align manufacturing and supply chain requirements, including forecasting and inventory planning Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams Support localization and regional product development Coordinate with global counterparts in the NAM and Europe Facilitate cross-functional communication and alignment Industry Engagement Support participation in industry forums, customer meetings, and internal reviews Contribute to customer-facing presentations and product positioning materials Monitor competitive dynamics and share market feedback with relevant stakeholders Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering Preferred majors: HVAC, Industrial Automation Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Experience 5+ years of product management experience Experience in product marketing, sales support, and business development Hands-on experience with HVAC field controls, VAV, valves, actuators, or sensors is preferred Core Competencies Strong communication and presentation skills in English and Mandarin Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrix organization Analytical and problem-solving capability Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams Willingness to learn and grow in product management leadership Other Requirements Willingness to travel (30–50%)