Principle Product Manager Meter Data Management Systems (MDMS)

Job description

Job Description

At Vector, we’re redefining what’s possible in the energy sector - pioneering new technologies, forging global partnerships, and building a cleaner, more connected future for Aotearoa and beyond.

Our commitment to innovation and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, empowering our people to solve real-world challenges and deliver lasting impact for our customers and communities. 

Learn more about how Vector is reshaping the energy sector through collaborations with the biggest names globally:  

Within Vector, VTS (Vector Technology Solutions) develops intelligent software solutions for utilities.

We’re a talented team of product, design and technology professionals with a shared passion for using energy data to drive smarter, more sustainable outcomes. 

Our Diverge platform equips distribution utilities and smart metering operators to adapt and meet the demands and disruptions of the energy transition.

It combines and delivers energy data across the Utility and from external sources in a powerful, utility-grade, utility-scale system supporting next-generation customer service, accelerating electrification, integrating renewables and enhancing network visibility.  

If you’re passionate about building a cleaner, more connected future, join us.

The future isn’t waiting – we’re building it now. 

 

The role:

At VTS we are continuing to grow and develop our Diverge platform and its next-generation Meter Data Management System (MDMS) capabilities.

Our platform’s features and performance are designed to support transformational change in utilities’ use of energy data as they navigate the energy transition.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company expanding its impact, where your leadership can truly help shape the future direction of VTS. 

 

As Principal Product Manager for MDMS, you’ll guide the evolution of Diverge’s next-generation capabilities as used by our customers’ smart metering operations.

This includes re-imagining familiar features and shaping totally new, cutting-edge capabilities to meet our customers’ future needs.

You’ll play a critical role alongside digital product practitioners and experienced engineers guiding their understanding of the capabilities on your roadmap and why they matter to customers.  

 

On a typical week you can expect to: 

• Lead product discovery, problem-solving, business casing, and quality assurance, both defining and delivering our MDMS roadmap. 

• Act as our expert on MDMS customers and their ecosystems, including how their businesses operate, what matters to them and how they adopt new technologies. 

• Oversee our product’s performance and fit with existing customers, working closely with Customer Success and Customer Operations managers. 

• Engage with prospective MDMS customers and partners, supporting both go-to-market activities and product roadmap development. 

• Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Delivery, and Customer Success teams to bring roadmap capabilities to life for our customers. 

• Prepare and deliver presentations and demos for internal and external audiences. 

• Build shared understanding within VTS of what an MDMS does, why it matters, and how it fits with our product vision and strategy. 

• Set up and/or evolve metrics, data sources, and feedback loops to provide visibility of our product’s success. 

• Lead responses to competitive tenders (RFI/RFP) and assess prospective customers’ business and technical requirements. 

About you:

We’re looking for someone who brings deep experience and knowledge of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems and teams within the utilities sector.

This could come from: 

• 3+ years working directly in smart metering or AMI operations or,  

• 3+ years’ experience working in a customer or equivalent organisation’s Digital / IT function directly supporting AMI Operations or, 

• 3+ years’ experience working for a software vendor developing MDMS, Utility CIS or directly equivalent products used in AMI Operations, or  

• 5+ years’ experience working for systems integrators or consultants, inclusive of 3+ years’ experience on AMI, MDMS or Utility CIS implementation projects.
  
   

We’re also looking for:  

• Demonstrated excellence in both written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to a range of audiences. 

• Strong fluency in business and IT operating metrics, including service level agreements (SLAs), regulatory compliance, and profit and loss (P&L) management. 

• Up-to-date understanding of industry trends and awareness of the competitive landscape within utilities and technology. 

• A genuine interest in, and familiarity with, digital product development and innovation. 

Why Vector?

We know that great energy starts with great people, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can be, do and achieve your best: 

• Enhance your wellbeing, protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our benefits package  

• Supercharge your career through internal opportunities, our progression scheme, tailored development plans and investment in your learning and growth 

• We value diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and creativity.
  
  We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work, embracing ideas that challenge and inspire 

• Build a legacy doing work that matters – we’re keeping the lights on across Auckland, and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand. 

Apply now! 

Applications close by 7 November; however, interviews may be held sooner – apply today! 

 

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement.

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.  

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team. 

Additional Information

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement.

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.

Required Skill Profession

Operations Specialties Managers