Responsibilities
New Product Strategy and Planning :
- Develop and execute the NPI strategy aligned with the company's overall product roadmap and business goals.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer segmentation to identify new product opportunities.
- Define product requirements, features, and specifications based on market needs and customer feedback.
- Cross-Functional Leadership :
- Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales throughout the NPI process.
- Drive collaboration and communication to ensure alignment on product development milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
- Serve as the primary point of contact and advocate for the new product within the organization.
- Project Management and Execution :
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for NPI projects.
- Monitor progress against milestones, identify risks, and proactively address issues to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Coordinate beta testing, pilot programs, and market trials to validate product performance and gather customer feedback.
- Commercialization and Go-to-Market Strategy :
- Partner with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and sales collateral for new products.
- Drive product launch activities including sales training, customer education, and promotional campaigns.
- Monitor post-launch performance, collect feedback, and iterate on product features and marketing strategies as needed.
- Continuous Improvement and Analysis :
- Conduct post-launch reviews and analysis to evaluate the success of NPI projects against established metrics and KPIs.
- Identify opportunities for product enhancements, process improvements, and cost optimization.
- Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and competitor activities related to new product introductions.
YOU MUST HAVE :
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in product management or related roles
- Proven track record in customer discovery, NPD execution, and NPI acceleration
- Experience in developing business case financials and creating offering roadmaps
WE VALUE :
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- Experience in a global organization
- Experience in market research and analysis
- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment
6 days ago