SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER: AUTOMOTIVE: MIDDLE EAST

Job Description

Exploring Opportunities in Dubai: Connect with Outstanding Local Talent!As we embark on developing our Dubai office, we are eager to connect with outstanding automotive professionals from the local community.This job opportunity is speculative and mirrors the calibre of candidates we aspire to showcase within our esteemed portfolio of clients. We are developing a panel of suitable candidates from August to early October.Our team will thoughtfully review your submission and contact you once a fitting opportunity aligns with your skill set. Given the significant demand for your skills, we are positive about a potential opportunity.SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER: AUTOMOTIVE: MIDDLE EASTOverviewThe Senior Product Manager is responsible for creating, negotiating, and implementing all product lifecycle and pricing topics for the product range, following the mid-and long-term planning requirements for the Middle East. Planning must align with internal stakeholders (Sales, Operation, Marketing & Controlling).The Senior Product Manager steers the Production Team along with the Regional Sales Managers and Dealers in analysing the market and competitor activity to position the most suitable product structure in the market and competitive position against the core competition set in terms of specification and pricing. Through close cooperation with all stakeholders, the Senior Product Manager is responsible for promptly implementing the agreed lifecycle management strategy points and assisting in market launch and sales activities.The Senior Product Manager is the interface between the Middle East and the group to ensure that the Product Development Team meets the market requirements, which is reflected in the product premises for the LAP planning process. The Senior Product Manager is responsible for the final pricing and positioning of vehicles, which immediately impacts the companys profit and loss.Key Responsibilities

• Model responsibility
• Pricing of new models and lifecycle measures for the Regions
• Setting the country models in line with competitive requirements
• Setting packages for the models and negotiating the options and support of the Group Head Office
• Coordination with Regional Sales Managers / Dealers to define model year changes and implementation along with other ad-hoc requests like edition coordination in the market
• Coordination with group head office for finalising price build-up and calculations for every new model year (all segments)
• Support for Sales Department for all product and price topics
• Lifecycle management over the LAP cycle, including market introduction management, the definition of special editions, launch packages, and run-out models in coordination with the Sales Operations Team
• Overall responsibility for maintaining the Car Configurator and managing all updates continuously
• Preparation and presentation of professional product presentation within and to Dealers and customers

Strategic Responsibilities

• Product Management team steering
• Preparation and coordination with group Head Office, local authorities
• Implementation of Autonomous/Piloted Driving/Electrification strategies together with EV and Connected Cars Manager

Main Disciplines

• Mid/Long Term Planning - Steering within the Middle East for product and price topics together with Sales Operations referring to the annual mix planning and mid/long term volume planning (LAP Process)
• Regional Price Monitoring - regular updates of the Index File with competitors and communication to the group head office as required
• Product Meetings - Coordination of Dealer and Importer input for advanced product circle and market product/option (long-term and medium-term product and option development for the region and specific markets)
• Launch Management - Project management and launch management of new vehicles
• Overseeing Agencies
• Managing mystery shopping agencies (contracting, briefing, consulting, evaluating, controlling, pitching) in agreement with the Procurement team

Main Interfaces

• Interface with Group Head Office on all Product Management topics
• Lead the mid/long term volume planning ( 2 years)

Budget

• Controlling and compliance with budgets for Product Management measures (Packages, Price Online/JATO, and Mystery Shopping Program)

Skills and Experience. Five years minimum in an automotive Product Management related role - manufacturer, brands, and products. Understanding of long-term planning requirements and project management skills. Management of product teamsPractical & Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding and knowledge of Excel and a variety of programs and software
• Strong fluency in English (written and spoken). Arabic will be advantageous
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Translate business goals, and end-user needs into product strategies
• Manage the life cycle of product portfolio and marketing program spend within the budget
• Support the product roadmap to meet business objectives and goals
• Develop business case and rationale for new product investments

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business, Computer Science, Management, or related fields
• Strong understanding of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the industry
• Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge and understanding of standard precision practices, technology, and supporting industry principles

Thank you for taking the time to apply for this position. We welcome applicants with the necessary skills and qualifications and thoroughly review all applications. However, we will only respond to the most suitable candidates.Your resume will be included in our global talent pool for future opportunities, and we take the protection of your personal information very seriously. We strictly adhere to our Privacy Policy.Please be aware that we will seek your permission before submitting your resume for any available positions with the organisations we collaborate with. By submitting your application, you grant Motor City Dubai Office written consent to keep your resume in our system.We appreciate your interest in working with us. Thank you for applying.

Keyskills :
Excel Product Management Compliance Product Positioning business case Arabic Technology Pricing Budget Product Portfolio Product Launch Communication product presentation Management English mystery shopping Competitor Analysis Product Dev

About Company

Marriott Hotels & Resorts is Marriott International's brand of full-service hotels and resorts based in Bethesda, Maryland. As of June 30, 2020, there were 582 hotels and resorts with 205,053 rooms operating under the brand, in addition to 160 hotels with 47,765 rooms planned for development