Job Description:

Senior Product Manager – Solar Trackers

Job Description

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative, and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.

The Senior Product Manager – Trackers will be based in São Paulo, Brazil. In this position, you will report to the Product Manager – Trackers, based in Fremont, California (United States). As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for evaluation, development, and execution of key programs supporting Nextracker’s flagship tracker product line. Your role will involve understanding customer needs, business value analysis for new products, writing product requirements, driving product innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful products that align with business objectives. You will be a key driver in shaping the product roadmap, ensuring product quality, and maximizing customer satisfaction. Watch this video to learn why Nextracker is more than just a place to work.

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…

• Strategic Planning: Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitor analysis to drive product innovation and differentiation.
• Product Development: Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from conceptualization to launch. Identify and evaluate development opportunities, define product requirements, and collaborate with engineering, design, and other teams to deliver high-quality products on time.
• Roadmap Management: Create and maintain a clear and prioritized product roadmap, incorporating input from stakeholders, market research, and customer feedback. Continuously evaluate and adjust the roadmap to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure seamless coordination and execution of product initiatives. Foster strong relationships to drive effective communication and alignment across departments.
• Product Launch and Adoption: Develop go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and product positioning to drive successful product launches. Work closely with marketing and sales teams to drive product adoption, customer acquisition, and revenue growth.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research, analyze industry trends, and stay up-to-date with competitor offerings. Use data-driven insights to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new feature development.

Here is some of what you’ll need (required)…

• 5+ years of product management experience, preferably in a senior capacity
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of successfully launching and managing products
• Ability to assess and prioritize product and business opportunities quickly and effectively.
• Self-motivated with a knack for working and communicating proactively.  
• Ability to write clear and measurable product requirements.
• Deep understanding of product development methodologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong market research and competitive analysis capabilities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple programs simultaneously
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering)
• Experience in solar is a plus
• MBA is a plus.

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.

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