Regional Product Director
Full-time
Director/C-Level
3 months ago
Product Strategy and Planning:
Develop and implement product strategies tailored to the region’s market dynamics;
Analyze market trends, compet..
Product Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and implement product strategies tailored to the region’s market dynamics;
- Analyze market trends, competition, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for new product development or improvements to existing products;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, sales, engineering, and operations) to ensure successful product launches and growth.
Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead and manage product managers and other team members within the region;
- Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to ensure high performance;
- Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the product management team.
Market Analysis and Research:
- Conduct thorough research on regional customer needs, preferences, and behaviors;
- Work closely with the analytics and research teams to gather insights and adjust product offerings accordingly;
- Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements to keep the products competitive.
Product Lifecycle Management:
- Oversee the entire lifecycle of products from concept to launch, ensuring that they meet performance metrics such as revenue, market share, and customer satisfaction;
- Continuously evaluate the performance of existing products, adjusting features or marketing strategies as needed.
Collaboration with Sales and Marketing:
- Partner with sales and marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies that are aligned with regional goals;
- Ensure that the sales teams are well-equipped with product knowledge, training, and materials to effectively sell the product.
Financial and Operational Oversight:
- Manage product-related budgets, P&L, and resources to ensure profitability and cost-effectiveness;
- Report on the product's financial and operational performance to senior management.
Stakeholder Management:
- Serve as the point of contact for internal and external stakeholders in relation to product strategy, performance, and customer needs within the region;
- Build and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and vendors.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field;
- At least 15 years of relevant management experience in the relevant field and customer segments;
- Possess relevant management skills, such as leadership and the skills to drive team members to success;
- Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills in both English and Japanese to coordinate and communicate between colleagues and other stakeholders across Tokyo, Singapore and other overseas offices;
- Communication and coordination skills in handling complex matters and situations, and a good understanding of cross-cultural management models;
- Extensive knowledge of industry and commercial experience in sales, marketing, innovation, digitalization and new business development.
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