Assistant product manager job description

Assistant Manager, Product
At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to CHANEL.

We are looking for an Assistant Manager who will serve as a brand ambassador and business leader, with a focus on delivering extraordinary experiences for our internal team and clients. They will play a vital role in driving the business of their respective product category(ies), coaching and managing a team of diverse salespeople, and will work closely with the Boutique Leadership Team by imparting critical business knowledge.

The Impact You Can Create At CHANEL:
Through spending time on the selling floor, coach and always inspire team to deliver an elevated client experience for all clients Foster a positive working environment and create a culture of feedback, encouraging diversity, mutual respect and teamwork Provide initial and frequent ongoing training and development for all team members, including CHANEL savoir faire, product details and service delivery Drive all aspects of the assigned product category, including analysis, reporting, assortment planning, and partnership with Home Office buying team Run product category and lead team with agility and resilience, continuously improving based on key performance indicators and lessons learned Represent CHANEL in the market, developing the client base through community involvement, partnerships with local high-profile businesses, as well as social and seasonal events

You Are Energized By:
The history and heritage of The House of CHANELBuilding collaborative partnerships and relationships Fostering a meaningful client experience centered around inclusion and connection Being comfortable in the middle of complexity and ambiguity Creativity and innovation by testing, learning and taking new risks

Position Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of related experience Bachelor's degree (preferred) Ability to lift 15 lbs.A flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends and some holidays

The Assistant Product Manager - Electronic is expected to assist in the development of company products, research and analyze current market trends, and communicate and manage various vendors. S/he will be responsible for creating and revamping current/future product lines, which includes managing the product throughout the product lifestyle: gathering, prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining product vision, and working closely with vendors to deliver winning products. This position will work closely with various teams to implement strategic planning and display, and to ensure that revenue and customer satisfaction goals are met.
Job Description:


Idea Generation and Market Research


Analyze consumer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape to develop product strategies for new product development. Conduct market research (primary data) through retail store visits and tradeshow attendance to understand the current market trends and competitor activities. Conduct surveys and focus group interviews to gain insight into consumer thoughts and feelings. Analyze the company data (sales, COG, margin, return etc.) and POS (IRI, IVY Key Account, etc.) to identify the opportunities and problems and evaluate performance.


Consumer Marketing Strategy Development and Business Analysis


Set the target market and develop the positioning strategy for new product to differentiate against competing products in the target segment. Develop the marketing mix which includes pricing, distribution, and promotion, based on the product positioning strategy. Prepare P&L analysis which involves a review of sales, costs, sales (profit) projection, re-order rate for a new product to find out whether they satisfy the company's objective. Estimate the expected sales, costs and profits for a new product.


New Product Development


Manage hair accessory product developments from beginning to end for the Red by Kiss and Red Premium lines under Beauty Supply Operations. Identify key product concept, finalize product details, packaging & display type, managing timelines on product development, testing, production and launching date. Develop, edit, and approve all materials in product marketing sheet, display POP, education video, etc., ensuring legal requirements are met for product name and claims. Conduct internal and external product testing, filter out the results for product claims and development direction, and restructuring product claims. Managing and reviewing all samples, tracking of components, ingredient, formula, and color attribute. Provide company's Internal Departments with product training (education) for new items.


Current Product Management


Manage product lifecycle by modifying the product's quality and performance, as well as modifying marketing mix (price, promotion, distribution channel). Responsible for all major and minor defect issue of current item, and find a solution Analyze company sales data and provide solution for overstock items Make decision and take action for item discontinuation and suspension


Vendor Management


Responsible to source vendors, or open projects with current vendors Negotiating with vendors on new product price, COG targets and timing for full turnkey assembly and request quotation based on estimated forecasting and MOQ Request new product inquiry to vendor including target container and price. Request product pre-production sample to vendor


Others - Office Administration


Coordinate Team Events, Meetings, etc. and prepare meeting recaps. Manage team office supply and restocking the showroom.


Additional Job Description:

Do you have product marketing and product forecasting process experience in the B2B segment? Are you keen to grow your career with a world-renowned brand Sony?

If your answer is yes, join the Professional Displays Solutions business group of Sony where you can deal with state of art Bravia B2B product! We are looking forward to your application!
The top line

The Assistant Product Manager will support the Bravia B2B Planning & Product Marketing manager in launching and managing the life cycle of B2B BRAVIA category and maximising its market share and profit in Europe. Thanks to a close communication with the customer facing sales, pre-sales and marketing teams and deep analysis of the B2B market trends, you will educate both internal and external customers (channel partners and consultant) about the Bravia B2B category benefits and unique selling points.

In detail

Understand the market
Manage communication with Market Intelligence service providers (Omdia, Gfk, Context) Analyse monthly market trends and competition (incl. pricing) from external data sources (Omdia, Gfk, Context,…) and summarise key points Track & share country market share and summarise deviation vs target as well as new opportunities

Educate internal & external customers
Support the Bravia PPM manager in the preparation of relevant marketing & sales presentations (incl. Training) to educate our internal teams, our channel partners (distributor, reseller, system integrators) and consultants about the category benefits and unique selling points At key trade shows (eg, ISE), support product demonstrations

Product launch & life cycle management
With the support of the data management, ensure all price tools (eg, SAP,..) remain updated according to the Pricing strategy (managed by Bravia B2B PPM manager) Together with our Marketing communications team, support the Bravia PPM manager to ensure all communication materials (Web content, sales guides, ..) are prepared on a timely manner and at high quality standards Track and optimise the usage of demonstration equipment Track and develop optional after-sales service performance

Product roadmap development
By analysing win / loss reasons of our project pipeline as well as overall market, support the Bravia B2B PPM manager in sharing the requirements of the European market with Product Planning in global HQ

Reporting
Support the preparation of the category Business Review Meetings (BRM) with HQ & Sony Europe senior management

Who you are
Experienced in B2B MarketingFluent in English verbally & written. Fluent in a 2nd European language is a plus Awarded a relevant University degree or equivalent Collaborative and good communicator to motivate efficiently the wider Professional Display & Solutions team Structured & organised to manage processes (eg, Voice of Customer,..) Restless & problem solver to keep improving the performance of the category

What you can expect from us

If you want to do something extraordinary in your career, this is the place to be. We don't just create technology, services, and content. We enliven senses, capture moments, and create new experiences daily. We have been at the forefront of broadcast tech for decades, and we stay ahead by inspiring and fulfilling curiosity. This is the world you could be part of.

At Sony, we value our people, so on top of a competitive salary, bonus and excellent benefits including discounts on Sony products, you will be supported with your own career development. You'll have the opportunity to further enhance your skills through our Learning & Development programmes and progress into a vast range of commercial roles to progress your career.

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Bring your uniqueness to Sony

We recognize that each and every one of us is original and different. Diversity and inclusion are in our DNA, they drive innovation. We empower our people to achieve one goal: to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology.