Product Manager

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

Global management and development of designated product categories within the framework of the overarching strategy. Observation and analysis of the international market and competitive situation as a foundation for the strategic positioning of the area of responsibility. Portfolio management of the existing and\or future product range (technically sophisticated goods, several vehicle systems and product groups), including control of new product launches and phase-outs.

Improvement of the cost structure of the responsible product group in cooperation with R&D, Industrial Engineering, plants, segments and operations through planning, implementation and control of appropriate measures. Active management of product changes from the idea creation to the actual implementation of the products change. Operational implementation of the program positioning by developing price settings, investing in tools, calculating business cases, making make-or-buy decisions, co-developing supplier strategies, ensuring delivery performance through. inventory and supply planning, creating content for marketing campaigns and activing in the different sales channels.

Develop programs, plans, and actions to drive business performance at all stages of the product lifecycle for the assigned products or product lines. Development of new sales potential (target groups, product forms, sales channels) in cooperation with the VLS Business Divisions and VLS Business Units. Support of the VLS regions in achieving sales and revenue targets. Business segment analyses including preparation of key figures, reports and presentations.

Your Qualifications

Degree in business administration, industrial engineering, marketing management or comparable course of study Several years of specific professional experience are an advantage

• Strong understanding of the automitive aftermartket value chain – from product development to the customer Fluent in English
• Ability to define, prioritize, and drive tasks independently Entrepreneurial thinking as well as clear goal and result orientation Our Offering 30 vacation days per year MultiSport card including employer's contribution Cafeteria System (edenred) Daily meal allowance Employer contribution to the employee's pension scheme Salary compensation during illness, according to company policy Transportation Allowance Company laptop and phone Hybrid Working Aspects Regular business trips to the german locations in Halle (Saale), Herzogenaurach and Frankfurt are mandatory.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves. Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation.

We look forward to your online application. www.schaeffler.de/careers Your Contact Schaeffler CZ s.r.o.

Paula-Lorena Manole Keywords

Experienced; Professional; Full-Time; Unlimited; Marketing & Product Management;