The Assistant Product Manager primarily works with the principal and internal teams to support the strategic context for the company’s products. He/She will be involved in all aspects of successful product management
throughout its lifecycle, including product development, marketing, strategic initiatives, and developing a clear roadmap for the growth of the product.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead and work with the sales teams to grow product portfolios within the organization.
- Analyze market trends, customer preferences, competitor activities, and pricing to formulate effective sales strategies.
- Identify gaps in the service offering and support the development of a clear product roadmap for enhancements and expansions through understanding market trends, competition, and environment;
- Identify new market opportunities and potential products within the automotive and industrial sectors.
- Gathering market intelligence on new products and constantly evaluating and developing potential new product lines.
- Responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and forecasting product demand to meet business needs.
- Act as a product specialist to the business regarding the scope of approved product suite, accountable for client product satisfaction and product engagement;
- Manage the ordering system, demand and supply, product, and pricing.
- Capitalize on product differentiation and commercialise on such opportunities by building a unique position for potential and/or existing clients;
- Manage and drive cross-functional and product development activities to achieve targeted milestones.
- Responsible for product performance analysis and product documentation.
- Conduct meetings and discussions with the stakeholders to keep the product development activities within the scope and account for the product development status.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, distributors, and the various stakeholders, and provide support for other functions.
- Work closely with the internal marketing team to build product promotional materials and sales kits.
- Coordinate and maintain effective communication flow between sales and operations concerning product focus, marketing initiatives, and strategic initiatives.
- Comfortable with occasional travel to Overseas
The Successful Applicant:
- Diploma / Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field preferred
- More than 5 years of relevant working experience.
- Proven ability to develop product and marketing strategies and effectively communicate recommendations to management.
- Knowledge in the automotive field would be an added advantage.
- Bilingual in English & Mandarin to be able to communicate with principals in China.
- Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings and presentations.
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
- Ability to make decisions with calculated risks and consideration of the company's best interests.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary Package, Mobile & Transport Allowances
- Healthcare Coverage, Medical & Dental Benefits
- Promotional Opportunities, Career Advancement with Recurring Bonuses
Location
1A Toh Tuck Link
Singapore 596223
Candidates with more experience will be considered for a managerial position.
We invite interested and qualified candidates to write in with their updated resume (MS Word Format) and your current and expected salary.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.