Product Management Assistant

With us, you will find opposites that attract: A global group for innovative heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, where you are on a first-name basis across all hierarchies. A stable employer, alongside of whom you can develop yourself dynamically. With cultural diversity instead of simplicity. Where you can not only have really good ideas, but can also implement them.

Drive innovation with Daikin and take the next step in your Product Management career.

As Product Management Assistant (VRV & Applied) at Daikin Central Europe, you will take ownership of defined product topics and actively contribute to the development, launch, and lifecycle management of our market‑leading HVAC solutions. Working closely with HQ Product Managers, affiliates, and cross‑functional teams, you will combine technical understanding with market insights to drive business success across the region.

Your Responsibilities

• Support HQ Product Managers in the development, launch, and lifecycle management of VRV (Variable Refrigerant Volume) and Applied products
• Prepare market, application, and competitor analyses to support clear product positioning and sales arguments
• Act as a central, structured interface for product related requests from national sales organisations, coordinating closely with internal technical and product experts
• Support the preparation and rollout of technical and commercial product trainings, as well as product launch activities
• Create and maintain presentations, catalogues, pricelists, and other product documentation while ensuring consistency and quality of information
• Support the organisation and execution of customer, partner, and internal HQ events and meetings
• Prepare presentations, meeting summaries, and structured follow up documentation, working closely with Sales, Marketing, Technical Support, and Product Management stakeholders

Your Profile

• Degree from a university or university of applied sciences, ideally in engineering, business, marketing, or a related field
• Ideally, 1–3 years of professional experience in Product Management, technical sales, engineering, or a comparable function
• Very good MS Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• A structured and process oriented way of working with the ability to turn complex information into clear conclusions
• Strong coordination and communication skills, combined with a hands on, proactive mindset
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple internal stakeholders
• Genuine interest in technical products, market dynamics, and international business environments
• Fluent English skills; German is an advantage but not a must

The salary range starts at an all-inclusive gross annual salary of EUR 42.000,- (based on full-time employment) depending on qualifications and experience, a higher salary is possible.

This position is offered as a limited contract for a duration of 24 months.

You will also benefit from a flexible working time model, a job ticket/ parking space, a meal allowance, and a modern office environment that offers space for exchange and collaboration.

Daikin Europe is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People. 

Good climate starts with people 
Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.