Operations & Market Research Manager, Innovation Center (Contractor)Santa Clara, CA

Operations & Market Research Manager, Innovation Center (Contractor)

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

LG Electronics NA Innovation Center ("LG NOVA")

LG Electronics established the North America Innovation Center ("LG NOVA") in Santa Clara, California, USA., with an ambitious vision to become the nerve center of global innovation. Aiming to create the future of LG, focusing on disruptive and exponential growth, LG NOVA works with global corporations, startups, governments, and technology stakeholders to create new businesses, establish strategic partnerships, and develop a broad ecosystem using the "outside-in" innovation process.

LG NOVA is looking for an contract Operations and Market Research Manager located at our Innovation Center in Santa Clara, CA. This can by a hybrid position.

Role Overview

The contract Operations & Market Research Manager is a dual-role professional who not only ensures seamless project operations and administrative excellence but also drives market research and customer discovery initiatives. This position will work directly with EIRs and cross-functional teams to integrate real-world insights into operational strategies and strategic decision-making, ensuring that every incubated project is both operationally sound and market-ready.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Operations Management :

• Collaborate with EIRs to oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Manage essential administrative functions including contract processing, expense approvals, meeting schedules, and internal communications.
• Identify, design, and implement process improvements to streamline operations and enhance project efficiency.

Market Research & Customer Discovery :

Data Integration & Reporting :

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication :

Qualifications

Educational Background :

Experience :

Skills :

Preferred Attributes :

Please Note : this is a contract position, not a direct hire position with LG.

Recruiting Range

$100,000 - $141,000 USD

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees :

Benefits Offered Temporary / Contractors :

At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity, LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics.

In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.