Product Manager -PPD

JOB PURPOSE

Define Product (ICE) & Feature Roadmap, share key insights with management to make key product decisions. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring competitiveness of the assigned models.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Product Planning and Strategy:

·        Developing product concepts and strategies aligned with the company's vision.

·        Defining product positioning and value proposition.

·        Creating product roadmaps and timelines.

2. Product Specifications:

·        Translating customer needs into detailed product specifications.

·        Collaborating with engineering, design teams to develop products.

·        Ensuring product features meet quality, cost, and timing targets.

3. Pricing and Packaging:

·        Developing pricing strategies to maximize profitability.

·        Creating product packages and bundles to enhance value perception.

4. Product Lifecycle Management:

·        Monitoring product performance and customer feedback.

·        Making recommendations for product enhancements

MAJOR CHALLENGES

• High levels of accuracy required.
• Dynamic external environment due to changing customer preferences and frequent regulatory changes  

DECISIONS

• Business case for introduction of new models.
• Proposal for addition of Features to enhance value proposition.
• Variant & Price Proposal for Future models.

Internal Clients - Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Quality, Product Planning, Digital & IT

External Clients - Dealer, Research agencies, Event management agencies & Data suppliers etc.

Financial Dimensions

• Ability to understand and create scenarios using product P&L.
• Ensuring profitability of the models by making pricing decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information is critical.

Educational Qualifications

MBA/B. Tech

Work Experience

4-10 years of experience (MGR)

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Skills
• Commitment towards timelines 
• Customer Obsession: Willing to Travel and relocate
• Presentation Skills

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• In depth knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of vehicle & Automotive Industry i.e. SIAM Classification, Tax Structure, Regulatory environment
• Understanding of Indian Consumers
• Knowledge of New Technology, New Features