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Job Description:

We need a hard charging Product Line Manager for our PLP business unit to help us continue to grow our Automotive Ethernet business. This high impact Product Line Manager will be responsible for taking our leadership in networking and automotive products to the next level, which includes Ethernet based Microcontroller and Switch products. As a Product Line manager, you will work with customers, technologists, and engineering to increase the penetration of our products into the Automotive Networking Market.

Responsibilities:
Lead cross functional teams to deliver a total market solution, including silicon, reference hardware, software and documentation Create product launch plans, including positioning, pricing, customer and sales collateral and customer and channel training Drive design wins: work with the sales force to identify, track and drive to close design opportunities Develop strong customer relationships with strategic OEM accounts in the market. Marshal the management, marketing, and engineering resources of the business unit to ensure success Perform market analysis and competitive comparisons.Manage product line revenue and margin, establish product pricing, monthly forecasting, contribute to business plans, conduct competitive analysis and manage entire product life cycle Support product change, die revisions, errata notification and EOL process. In addition ensure stable pre-production and production supply via forecasting, inventory/buffer management

Job Requirements
Experience in Product Marketing, Business development of networking semiconductor products. Must have at least one equivalent title of: Product Marketing Manager/Director, or Product Line Manager/Director. New Business development experience is a plus Familiarity with Ethernet and Processor market and technology is essential, and familiarity with Automotive networking is a strong plus Must have proven product definition experience with successful products Comprehensive background in semiconductor design necessary to evaluate product tradeoffs for schedule, manufacturing cost, power and total development cost.Minimum of 12 years of marketing experience (at least 3 years of which should include experience in managing a revenue base and complex products) Strong Interpersonal skills and the ability to execute under aggressive schedules Bachelor degree in EE or Computer Science required. Masters degree in EE or Computer Science or MBA is a strong plus.

Must have skills and understanding of:
Design Win process Pricing (competitive analysis of costs, market value, Bill-of-materials) Product promotion (OEM and distribution channel) Negotiation of pricing and contracts

Leadership requirements:
Ability to handle fast pace and pressure environment Strong initiative and self-starter attitude Distinct accomplishment that clearly contributed to increased revenue

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform to ignite and harness the passions of fans and maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally. Optimizing these long-standing partnerships, a database of more than 80 million global consumers and a trusted, recognizable brand name, Fanatics is expanding beyond its position as a global leader for licensed sports merchandise to now becoming a next-gen digital sports platform, featuring an array of offerings for fans across the sports ecosystem.

The Fanatics family of companies currently includes Fanatics Commerce, a vertically-integrated licensed merchandise business that has changed the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel, jerseys, headwear and hardgoods through a tech-infused approach to making and quickly distributing fan gear in today's 24/7 mobile-first economy; Candy Digital, a digital collectibles company that is partnering with prominent sports properties, including MLB and MLBPA, to build an official NFT ecosystem; Fanatics Collectibles, a transformative company that is building a new model for the hobby and giving collectors an end-to-end collectibles experience; and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, a mobile betting, gaming and retail sportsbook platform. Additional ventures that will build out Fanatics' footprint across the broader digital sports landscape will be rolled out soon. Fanatics' partners include all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, MLS, PGA) and hundreds of collegiate and professional teams, which include several of the biggest global soccer clubs.

As a market leader with more than 8,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives.

At Fanatics, we're a diverse, passionate group of employees aiming to ignite pride and passion in the fans we outfit, celebrate and support. We recognize that diversity helps drive and foster innovation, and through our IDEA program (inclusion, diversity, equality and advocacy) at Fanatics we provide employees with tools and resources to feel connected and engaged in who they are and what they do to support the ultimate fan experience.

As an Associate Product Line Manager (APLM) at Fanatics Brands Operations, this role supports the Made to Order Soccer Jersey business. Partnering with merchandising, planning, operations and other cross functional teams to build merchant line plans and support seasonal revenue, margin, inventory goals. This role also supports analytical and process improvements to drive sales and profitability.

General Duties & Responsibilities:Strong systems orientation, subject matter expert of company proprietary systems, partnering with merchandising operations.Acquire a strong understanding of turn times to properly manage end to end success.Maintain accurate information across all product platforms inclusive of forecasts, pricing and product ID's.Collaborate with the lead Jersey PLM and the relevant cross functional teams to outline and calendar all Custom/MTO Jersey launches, additions and updates.Responsible for building and managing component decorations required for product setup.Compiles relevant assets, product information, images and decorations in coordination with the Visualization Team for product imaging.Partner with the Planning Team on component orders, timelines and approval submissions.Assist in developing new business opportunities with the Product Management team and cross matrix partners.Supports the creation and management of SOPs for all aspects of the product management process and calendar.Possible travel, including Fanatics offices, warehouses, operations centers and vendor meetings.

Educational Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or Merchandising or the equivalent combination of education, training or work experience.2+ years of experience in retail or wholesale a plus

General Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to change and maintain composure under pressure. Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards team, vendors and clients.Product merchandising/creation experience 0-2 years Strong understanding of merchandising retail math/financial skills Moderate experience with fashion, color and trend analysis Understanding of the product creation process a plus Moderate skill level in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as familiarity with date warehouses and database management Must have strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment Sports fan a plus Ability to travel up to 20% of the job

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics or Fanatics Brand email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers

Tryouts are open at Fanatics! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.

Fanatics is committed to responsible planning and purchasing (RPP) practices, working with its business partners across its global and multi-layered supply chain, to ensure that planning, sourcing, and purchasing decisions, along with other supporting processes, do not impede or conflict with the fulfillment of Fanatics' fair labor practices.
NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS/APPLICANTS: In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you (“Personal Information”). The categories of Personal Information that we collect include your name, government issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or other types of positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies.

+ Position Type: Full Time - Regular
+ Experience Required: More than 10 years

+ Location: CA-Santa Clara

+ Education Required: Bachelors Degree

+ Relocation Provided: No

+ Tier: US02

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Job Description and Responsibilities:

Coherent is a world leader of lasers and laser-based technology for materials processing, microelectronics, scientific, life sciences and medical customers. The light we deliver touches almost every aspect of human life-vision correction to cell analysis, precision welding to 3-D metal printing, gravity wave detection to brain research. Put your talents to work at Coherent where you can create and innovate enabling technologies that will push the frontiers of science and technology.

As Product Line Manager, you will be responsible for driving the revenue growth and profitability of your product portfolio, via the following activities:

+ Acting as the key evangelist for your product line, with a focus on new business development and market expansion

+ Developing product positioning and messaging that differentiates your products in the market- communicating the value proposition of the products to the sales team and developing the sales tools that support the selling process

+ Working together with Sales as a product expert and teammate to help demonstrate the best value to customers

+ Providing market intelligence expertise including understanding customer requirements and their purchasing criteria, and acting as the expert on the competition and how to win

+ Partnering with Coherent's MarCom group to develop the marketing strategy and manage the marketing programs that drive demand for your product lines

+ Working closely with sales, engineering, manufacturing, finance, and the business unit general manager to define and regularly update your business unit's product roadmap, taking into account factors including growth potential, return on investment, alignment with strategic goals, fit with business unit technical capabilities, etc.

+ Managing Product development and launch. Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, service, etc., throughout product development projects - from concept to product release - to ensure a smooth and effective introduction of new products to market.

Education and Work Experience:

+ 5-10 years' experience in both sales and product line management of technical products including direct field sales

+ Technical education with minimum BS in Engineering, Chemistry or Physics. Master Degree preferred

+ Experience in sales/marketing of lasers and optics is preferred

+ Ability to lead interdisciplinary (engineering, marketing, sales, manufacturing, quality, etc.) teams through influence

+ Excellent written and verbal presentation and communication skills

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