SummaryLeads product planning and product training for MAG's vehicle brands, defining model line-ups, specifications, pricing positions and launch plans with the OEM, and training sales teams on products and competitors.
TasksProduct Planning & Development
- * Identify potential market opportunities and conduct volume planning supported by comprehensive risk assessments.
- Lead new product planning projects and develop line-up strategies to maintain market competitiveness.
- Design product trims and pricing structures to maximize market coverage while ensuring alignment with brand positioning.
- Support the development of vehicle specifications, equipment levels, powertrain mix, product line-up, and pricing for new model launches. Inventory & Product Lifecycle Management
- Develop production and supply plans to ensure optimal market availability while considering seasonality and demand fluctuations.
- Monitor vehicle flow and conduct market, segment, and competitor performance analyses.
- Recommend product enhancements and updates throughout the product lifecycle to achieve volume, profitability, and complexity targets.
- Prepare and consolidate product and market intelligence to support management decision-making and OEM reviews.
- Maintain and manage product grids for localized and imported vehicle models across all assigned markets.
Market Analysis & Strategic Planning
- * Conduct in-depth market research and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
- Develop business cases and product plans aligned with market demand and company growth objectives.
- Represent the company in discussions and negotiations with OEMs regarding product planning and development initiatives.
- Drive portfolio expansion through the introduction of high-potential products and market-relevant offerings.
Training Management
- * Develop and implement product training programs for sales, marketing, and customer-facing teams.
- Ensure all stakeholders are equipped with up-to-date product knowledge, features, competitive advantages, and market positioning
- * Coordinate new model launch training and support product communication across the organization.
- Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously enhance training materials and delivery methods.
EducationBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
- * Minimum 5 years of experience in Product Planning, Product Marketing, Automotive Planning, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, forecasting, and strategic planning capabilities.
- Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Experience in market research, product lifecycle management, and inventory planning.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Automotive industry experience is preferred.
Skill
- * Products/Services Management and Development
- Customer and Market Analysis
- Market Research and Analysis
- Brand Management and Development
- Training Program Design
- Commercial Acumen
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Presentation Skills
- Stakeholder Expectation Management
CompetenciesKey Competencies
- * Strategic Thinking
- Market Intelligence
- Business Acumen
- Data Analysis & Forecasting
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Negotiation & Influencing Skills
- Training & Knowledge Transfer
- Customer & Market Orientation
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