Head of Product Alsense (m/f/d) Digital Services in Hamburg, Germany

Head of Product Alsense (m/f/d) Digital Services

Requisition ID: 40396

Job Location(s):

Copenhagen, DKKolding, DKHamburg, DENordborg, DKMestre, IT

Job Description

Are you a seasoned and inspirational Product Leader who can help build, scale and drive the service transformation at Danfoss? Then you might be exactly the right person to join our Digital Services team and have a positive impact on the environment, food, and energy systems!

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Product to lead our Alsense Portfolio , a critical component of our Digital Services in Danfoss Climate Solutions.

This leadership role is ideal for someone with a strong background in digital product development and IoT services, coupled with exceptional leadership skills to guide and inspire a talented team of product managers and product owners.

Job location is preferred to be in Denmark, but we are also open for candidates working out of our other Danfoss office sites in Europe (E.g. Hamburg in Germany, Venice in Italy, etc.). A hybrid model can be discussed. Some travelling is required.

You will be referring to the Head of Product Management, DCS-DP Digital Service Product Management.

The Role and the Team:

Join our Digital Services department within Danfoss Climate Solutions, where we focus on reducing carbon footprints, improving energy efficiency, and minimizing food waste. As Head of Product, you’ll lead a team of product managers and owners in developing and implementing scalable business models across various markets, all while advancing our commitment to sustainability. Our open and inclusive culture offers plenty of opportunities to learn new things and emphasizes the social dimension of the workspace. From foosball tables and video games to Friday breakfasts, our offices foster a collaborative and enjoyable environment.

Why Join Us:

At Danfoss, we engineer solutions that enable smarter resource use, driving tomorrow’s sustainable transformation. Our digital services provide energy efficiency improvements and food loss reduction for customers. Enjoy flexible work arrangements and connect through our digital hubs across Europe that foster creativity and collaboration. We prioritize continuous development, offering growth opportunities through courses, rotations, and clear career paths. Danfoss is more relevant than ever as we work toward a sustainable future, and we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

Job Responsibilities

In this pivotal role as Head of Product “Alsense”, you will define and drive the product and portfolio vision and mission contributing to the Digital Services goals and vision.

Your first tasks will include shaping up the midterm roadmap for one of our biggest products in the Alsense portfolio as well as facilitating the goalsetting process for our 2025 product goals.

· Define and drive the vision and mission on both portfolio level, but also for the individual products together with the respective product teams.

· Together with Product owners and Product managers define, drive, and communicate product goals that align with our overall business objectives.

· Manage the revenue and profitability for each of the products and product families and explore product enhancements or introduce new services as necessary.

· Oversee product lifecycle management across the portfolio.

· Work collaboratively with functions across the company, such as marketing, engineering, sales, and finance, as well as with external parties to identify and develop both product and value propositions.

· Ensure that deliveries meet financial, schedule, and customer expectations by working with Sales, R&D, Operations, Quality, Finance, and other functions across Danfoss.

· Ensure solid business cases for new products and new functionalities and for each milestone.

· Act as the voice of the customer in gateway meetings and ensure product ownership within our agile development processes.

· Establish and develop a robust Digital Product Management organization across Danfoss Climate Solutions, including people and talent management, building core capabilities such as business acumen and industry knowledge.

· Lead a global, diverse team of high-potential and high-performing individuals.

Background & Skills

The ideal candidate has passion for digital innovation and a technical interest in software and IoT; has a track record of taking responsibility, bringing a hands-on mentality, and driving topics forward independently; have extensive experience in managing and growing B2B SaaS solutions in an industrial context.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

· Skills in Product Discovery, conducting research, customer interviews, and prototype validation

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders in an international environment

· An independent, proactive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented work style

· Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to think strategically and to present vision/strategy effectively to senior management

· Technical proficiency with MS Office, backlog management tools, and project and portfolio management tools

· Experience in the refrigeration and cooling industry, energy efficiency, and technical operations in food retail/service providers (highly desirable)

· Fluent communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter & Senior Attraction Specialist, Rainier Jazmin on +45 2170 3212. We do not have an application deadline. Please upload your cover letter and cv as one attachment.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system

• Paid vacation

• Flexible working hours

• Possibility to work remotely

• Pension plan

• Personal insurance

• Communication package

• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups

• State of the art virtual work environment

• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways – driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.