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Platinumlist.ae

<p> <strong>About Us:</strong> Platinumlist.net, a pioneering leader in the online event guide and ticketing solution industry, has been revolutionizing the event landscape in the Gulf region since 2009. As the largest ticketing provider in the GCC, we proudly serve an extensive array of events across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain from our Dubai-based headquarters. </p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>About the role: </strong>as an experienced Senior Product Manager, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products. You will be at the forefront of driving the development and enhancement of products in collaboration with the Product team and Development Team. <br> <br> <strong>Main job responsibilities: </strong> </p> <ul> <li>Define the product strategy and roadmap in close collaboration with the senior management team and other key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the organization's objectives.</li> <li>Drive the development of innovative products and services, establishing new unique selling propositions in key markets and ensuring differentiation from competitors.</li> <li>Maintain comprehensive visibility of product operations and growth, facilitating timely data-informed decisions across the organization. </li> <li>Develop and manage the end-to-end process for collecting business requirements, incorporating inputs from Executives, and ensuring comprehensive understanding and alignment.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with the product development team to validate and deliver successful products through design, build, test, release, and maintenance while ensuring revenue, efficiency, and customer satisfaction goals are met.</li> <li>Maintain a deep understanding of our data and analytics to incorporate into product planning.</li> <li>Communicate the state of projects across. </li> <li>Conduct and analyze various A/B testing use cases and optimizations to improve conversions.</li> </ul> <p> </p>

Senior Product Manager

Visa

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose &ndash; to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.</p><p>
Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
The Visa Loyalty Solutions team is at the forefront of shaping the future of customer engagement in the CEMEA (Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region. We are a dynamic and innovative team responsible for the ideation, development, and management of loyalty products and solutions that deliver seamless, rewarding experiences for cardholders and drive value for our clients. Our work is pivotal in strengthening the relationship between banks, fintech&rsquo;s, and merchants with their customers, leading to increased satisfaction and profitability. We are committed to driving the growth of digital-first loyalty programs and fostering a culture of innovation.</p><p></p><p><br>
Role Purpose</p><p>
 Visa is seeking a Product Development Senior Manager to join our CEMEA Loyalty Solutions team. This is a senior-level role responsible for the end-to-end product lifecycle, from the ideation of new loyalty products to the enhancement of our existing suite of solutions. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the loyalty and payments landscape, capable of driving the development of cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and cardholders in the diverse CEMEA market.</p><p>
This individual will play a critical role in regionalizing Visa's global loyalty solutions and will work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market. You will be a key player in defining the future of loyalty at Visa in the region, ensuring our offerings remain competitive and best-in-class.</p><p></p><p><br>
Key Responsibilities</p><p>
Product Strategy and Ideation</p><ul><li>
Lead the ideation and conceptualization of new loyalty products and features tailored to the CEMEA market.</li><li>
Develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy, creating and managing a product roadmap prioritized by business goals.</li><li>
Conduct thorough market and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and opportunities for innovation.</li><li>
Partner with country teams to gather and structure client feedback, ensuring Visa solutions remain relevant and differentiated.</li></ul><p>
Product Development and Lifecycle Management</p><ul><li>
Lead the product development process from concept to launch, developing detailed functional specifications and user stories.</li><li>
Collaborate with global and regional technology teams to ensure product builds align with specifications.</li><li>
Oversee the enhancement of existing loyalty products to improve functionality and user experience.</li><li>
Monitor the performance of implementations and live programs, delivering clear, action-oriented reporting to drive improvements.</li></ul><p>
Commercialization and Go-to-Market</p><ul><li>
Develop and implement pricing strategies for new and existing loyalty products.</li><li>
Support the creation of marketing and sales collateral to enable go-to-market strategies.</li><li>
Actively drive implementations to reduce Time to Revenue and convert signed deals into launched programs.</li><li>
Act as a subject matter expert and advocate for Visa's Loyalty Solutions, both internally and externally.</li></ul><p>
Stakeholder &amp; Partner Management</p><ul><li>
Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with technology vendors and partners to support the loyalty ecosystem.</li><li>
Operate effectively in a matrix, cross-functional environment with teams including Global Loyalty, Sales, Client Services, Risk, Finance, and Legal.</li><li>
Engage frequently with issuer, merchant, and FinTech clients, as well as partners, at both working and management levels.</li><li>
Bring strong interpersonal skills and multicultural sensitivity to collaborate across diverse teams and markets.</li></ul><p>
Governance &amp; Commercial Oversight</p><ul><li>
Lead Product Risk Reviews to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with new and existing products.</li><li>
Work closely with Legal and Compliance to ensure all loyalty solutions adhere to regional regulations and Visa's policies.</li><li>
Review loyalty billing and value-in-kind recognition monthly to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li></ul><p>
Key Competencies</p><ul><li>
Relationship building and negotiation</li><li>
Strategic thinking &amp; structured problem solving</li><li>
Strong technical knowledge</li><li>
Program project management agile, waterfall and multitasking</li><li>
Data-driven decision making and optimization</li><li>
Product management literacy, lifecycle, frameworks, GTM</li><li>
Clear written and verbal communication. Executive presence</li><li>
Strong collaboration in a matrix environment and culturally aware</li><li>
Self-directed, service-oriented, entrepreneurial, and results-driven</li></ul><p>
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.</p><b><br>
Qualifications</b><p><br>
Basic Qualifications:<br>
8 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD<br>
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Preferred Qualifications:<br>
9 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or 7 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 3 or more years of experience with a PhD<br>
Proven track record of successfully launching and managing innovative products in the CEMEA region.<br>
Deep understanding of the loyalty market, including key trends such as digital wallets, personalization, and card-linked offers.<br>
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate market insights into actionable product strategies.<br>
Experience in conducting competitor analysis and market research.<br>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams at all levels.<br>
Experience in managing vendor relationships and conducting commercial negotiations.<br>
A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.<br>
Familiarity with agile development methodologies.</p><b><br>
Additional Information</b><p><br>
Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.</p></div>

Senior Manager Product Development-Issuing Loyalty Solutions

the ENTERTAINER

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      The ENTERTAINER is a leading digital company dedicated to adding value for consumers by bringing them the best incentive offers globally. We are a 100% digital, data-driven tech company providing first-rate offers across renowned dining, leisure, entertainment, and hotel brands worldwide. The ENTERTAINER has grown with the aim of creating unbeatable value and loyalty everywhere we operate. We believe that "experience is everything," and that's why we are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for our customers, partners, and employees.&nbsp;
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     We are seeking an innovative and visionary Product Manager to join our team, focusing on enhancing our B2C app through best Customer Experience practices. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering exceptional user experiences and driving growth through creative features and strategies. As a Product Manager, you will lead the development of new features and services that captivate, engage and retain users, while ensuring consistent revenue streams for the company. You will identify customer needs, propose innovative solutions, and guide cross-functional teams to bring these ideas to life. By combining strategic thinking, customer insights, and data analytics, you will develop features that boost user engagement and monetization.
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Product Manager

Eaton

<div><p>Join Our Team at Eaton: Empowering Tomorrow, Today!</p><p></p><p><i><br>
Eaton has been a key player in the Middle East for 40 years. This July, we announced the construction of a </i><b><i>new sustainable campus in Dubai</i></b><i>, which will bring together our commercial, manufacturing, and support functions, providing room for future growth.</i></p><p></p><p><b><br>
About Eaton</b></p><p>
Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.</p><p><br>
The <b>Product Manager</b> is responsible for setting the product (solution) vision and strategy. Their job is to clearly articulate the business value to the &ldquo;New Product Development&rdquo; (NPD) team so they understand the intent behind the new product or product release. The Product Manager owns the strategy (the &ldquo;why&rdquo;) behind the product and its roadmap and must work with the various stakeholders to build what matters.</p><p></p><p><br>
The MV Power Distribution Division (MVPD) is responsible for IEC systems. The Product Management department reports to the Product Line &amp; Strategic Business Development leader.</p><p></p><p><br>
As a Product Manager, you are the CEO of the product (family). For the product manager, this means responsibility for making product decisions (portfolio: additions or rationalization) and often is the lead resource for the rest of the organization when deeper product expertise is required. This includes supporting the organizations that work directly with customers&mdash;namely sales and business support. The product manager is also profit and loss responsible and sets the pricing targets.</p><p></p><p><br>
For this customised <b>Busway application</b>, it is expected that the responsible product manager will take the leading role in understanding the complete end-to-end business capabilities and working closely with all functions to ensure that we have the necessary personnel, competance, manufacturing (localisation), service and processes in place to effectively and efficiently deliver on the complete pre and post order expectations.</p><p></p><p><br>
The product manager works closely together with the MVPD Marketing team to align the product portfolio to the needs of the target segments and channel strategies (route to market). The product manager also facilitates Marketing in creating the desired market communication.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What you&rsquo;ll do:</b></h2>
</div><div><ul><li>Drive growth of the LV Busway business by identifying and developing new opportunities across Data Centre, Industrial and C&amp;I segments.</li><li>
Takes part (individual goals) in the team responsibility to achieve the set goals for sales, profitability, new product introductions and product portfolio.</li><li>
Measure, manage and drive the relevant products&rsquo; performance with focus on end to end profitability according to plan and forecast.</li><li>
Identify and understand the customers&rsquo; needs, the competitive environment as well as market trends for products and applications.</li><li>
Define the product roadmap and drive product development based on customers&rsquo; feedback for new products and upgrades, manage the product life cycle with transitioning the systems to the inactive stage with the services (and aftermarket) group.</li><li>
Lead partner engagement strategy, including onboarding, training, and performance tracking of installation and commissioning partners.</li><li>
Understand the complete E2E delivery model and business ecosystem to support an effective go to market strategy.</li><li>
Support the development of a sustainable ecosystem by collaborating with sourcing, logistics, and operations to ensure delivery readiness and serviceability</li><li>
Promote product portfolio (e.g., transformer, switchgear, power modules, and LV busway systems) as integral components of scalable and efficient data centre infrastructure.</li><li>
Work with marketing to develop segment-specific materials and success stories to increase awareness and visibility.</li><li>
Implement, coordinate and conduct new product development.</li><li>
Drive efficiency and cost out programs.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
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</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering</li><li>
Minimum 6-7 years of relevant working experience, as Product Manager</li><li>
1-3 years&rsquo; experience in a B2B environment.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
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Leadership skills with ability to build collaborative relationships with customers, colleagues, and other company personnel.</li><li>
Understands and practices the need for effective communications inside and outside the company (Strategic know-how).</li><li>
Understanding customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape.</li><li>
Writing clear product requirements, user stories, and documentation.</li><li>
Strong capability to implement strategy and drive growth.</li><li>
Detailed knowledge of Busway applications in MV/LV distribution networks.</li><li>
Data Center and Industrial market knowledge and experience.</li></ul></div></div></div><p><b>
What We Offer</b></p><ul><li>
Competitive compensation and benefits package</li><li>
Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team</li><li>
We make your aspirations matter &ndash; Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible</li><li>
We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term &ndash; not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University</li><li>
We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people&rsquo;s lives and the environment through power management technologies.</li><li>
We make your wellbeing matter &ndash; We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it&rsquo;s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Living and working in Dubai offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class amenities, a safe environment, and a thriving expatriate community. Experience a dynamic blend of work and leisure in one of the world&rsquo;s most exciting cities.</i><br>
<b><i>Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton&rsquo;s Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!</i></b></p><p></p><p><br>
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.</p><p>
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Product Manager/Lead Engineer - Busway Systems

PlaceUp

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Location: </b>Dubai Internet City</p><p><b>
Reports To:</b> CEO</p><p><b>
Industry:</b> Education</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Role Overview</b></p><p>
We are seeking a strategic and data-driven Senior Product Manager to lead the development, optimization, and growth of key products or platforms. The ideal candidate will combine strong business acumen with user-centric thinking, and work cross-functionally to deliver impactful products that drive revenue, engagement, and customer satisfaction.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Own the end-to-end product lifecycle from strategy and roadmap planning to execution and launch</li><li>
Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer insights to identify new opportunities</li><li>
Define product vision, strategy, and success metrics aligned with business goals</li><li>
Lead cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing, operations, and sales</li><li>
Create product requirements, user stories, and functional specifications</li><li>
Collaborate with UX/UI to ensure intuitive and seamless customer experiences</li><li>
Prioritize features using data, ROI analysis, and stakeholder input</li><li>
Monitor product performance, analyze data, and iterate based on user feedback and KPIs</li><li>
Lead go-to-market strategies, pricing decisions, and launch plans</li><li>
Mentor junior product managers or executives and promote best product practices across teams</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, or related field (MBA is a plus)</li><li>
8 - 10 years of product management experience, with at least 2 - 3 years in a senior or lead role</li><li>
Proven track record of delivering successful products or digital solutions</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient in data tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)</li><li>
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments</li><li>
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills</li><li>
Ability to translate customer needs into product features and business outcomes</li><li>
Knowledge of UX/UI principles, customer journey design, and product growth strategies</li></ul></div>

Sr. Product Manager

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   Strong project management and organizational skills, with a track record of delivering product initiatives on time and within scope.
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   At least 5-7 years of experience leading new product development (NPD) projects in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment or private label development for a retailer. Experience in the pet industry is a plus.
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   Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across marketing, sales, supply chain, and finance.
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   Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills, with a track record of optimizing cost and quality in partnerships with manufacturers and vendors.
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   Strategic and analytical mindset with a keen understanding of market trends and product economics (costing, pricing and margin drivers).
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   Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas and drive teams toward goals.
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   Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
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   Benefits
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   Pet-friendly workplace.
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   Life and medical Insurance.
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   Employee discount.
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   Career growth opportunities.
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   Fast paced and dynamic environment.
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Private Label & Sourcing Manager

Daikin Industries Ltd.

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Entity: </b>Daikin Middle East
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Category: </b>Marketing
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Dubai, Dubai, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Requisition ID: </b>2490
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Daikin Middle East &amp; Africa (DAME) is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Limited, a Japanese outstanding company and worldwide the biggest developer, producer and supplier of HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) solutions, including heating pumps and cooling technology.</div>
<div>DAME is Daikin&rsquo;s Middle East and Africa regional HQ. The regional has headquarter in Dubai and other offices in Abu Dhabi, Cairo (Egypt), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Qatar as well as 2 production plants, and 2 sales subsidiaries and offices and a whole network of independent distributors and dealers across the MEA region.</div>
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<div><div><div><div><b>Responsibilities:</b></div><br>
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Product Development:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Initiate new product development request to be listed in PDM with factories by collecting market information, compatitive study, sales requests, potential volume sales, market pricing &amp; specs.</li>
<li>Managing product lifecycle from conception to launch, including prioritizing features, conducting user research &amp; after sales feedback.</li>
<li>Conduct market research on technical comparisons of competition &amp; proposing specifications &amp; market analysis.</li>
<li>Following, reporting to LCQM reports by communication with after sales and sales departments.</li>
<li>Reviewing the technical proposals from R&amp;D for new product based on proposed specifications and negotiating to meet the proposed specs in accordance with market.</li>
<li>Upon draft finalization of specs with R&amp;D, review the technical specs &amp; features with sales region to conclude the features &amp; specifications.</li>
<li>Propose FOB Target prices against features &amp; specifications in accordance to market with comparative pricing of competition on each capacity.</li>
<li>Finalize the PPS file from R&amp;D to initiate product development officially with factories.</li>
<li>Follow-up regular meetings with R&amp;D team and update management about with detailed reports.</li>
<li>Support R&amp;D with competition samples for tear-down analysis wherever requested.</li>
<li>Coordinate with Certification Engineer / Manager on performance tests, functional tests, EMC, CB testing reports, labelling specifications based on regional regulations in coordination with R&amp;D team. test reports.</li></ul><br>
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 <b>Product Support:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Responsible to support sales team on technical queries on products and coordinate with factories for ensuring timely feedback.</li>
<li>Maintain database on product related technical queries and manage product portfolio for sales region.</li>
<li>Review the product lifecycle and update the sales &amp; service dept on transition of products with schedule.</li>
<li>Ensure all compliance are met in accordance with regional requirement &amp; government laws by coordinated with certification engineer / manager.</li>
<li>Responsible for product end-of life due to regulations &amp; ensure stocks liquidated within deadline and announcement coordination of the teams.</li>
<li>Update &amp; manage selection software with new product range to support sales &amp; application team.</li></ul><br>
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Product Launch:</div>
<ul>
<li>Upon finalization of Specifications &amp; preliminary data is available from R&amp;D, preliminary catalogue is prepared to consulting sales &amp; application engineer team for spec-in activities.</li>
<li>Upon final test reports are finalized and MP is confirmed, final sales catalogue with capacity tables, electrical data, unit features &amp; dimensions and units&rsquo; specifications to be prepared in coordination with marketing dept.</li>
<li>Product code, material specifications, price creation &amp; upload to SAP &amp; CRM with the coordination of DENV material control dept if necessary.</li>
<li>Prepare product PPT slides &amp; conduct product presentations to sales, application team &amp; distributors.</li>
<li>Follow-up, control with R&amp;D team; Databook, IOM, Service Manuals &amp; Spare Parts list upon MP in advance.</li>
<li>Follow-up with Certification Engineer / Manager to ensure all certifications are ready before product is imported to the respective regions.</li></ul><br>
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<li>Other Responsibilities:
</li><li>Preparation of Presentations for DAME Top Management / MSM / PDM / DENV management on Product related information.</li>
<li>Weekly update reports on Product Development plan progress to reporting to Manager.</li>
<li>Conduct Product Price Meetings with current product portfolio &amp; new product launch scheduled with Sales regions and collect their feedback on the product quality, price, features &amp; after sales issues.</li></ul></div></div><br>
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</div><div></div><div>Daikin Middle East &amp; Africa FZE 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.</div>
<div><b>Good climate starts with people</b><br>
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.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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