Product Manager

The Technical Product Manager position is responsible for the implementation and management of projects and programs. Responsible for developing and implementing a product marketing business plan that will generate a profitable product line. You will also work to implement projects and programs by working with and through the responsible plant departments, including, but not restricted to Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing, R&D and Quality.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the continuity and timely completion of projects and programs by monitoring the efforts of all departments mentioned and assisting in their coordination when required.
• Monitor plant performance and recommend changes required in plant operation for the product to achieve the required capacity, on time delivery, quality, and manufacturing costs.
• Liaison between Marketing and Plant Sales, Sales Service, authorized representatives, Kyocera-AVX Direct Sales Personnel, and Customers.
• Keeps all involved departments apprised of progress by oral and written reporting and is required to give presentations to sundry groups, both in and outside of Kyocera-AVX .
• Develops marketing plans and programs to achieve the desired sales goals on a profitable basis.
• Establishes and maintains an effective system for the collection and dissemination to and from the sales force of information concerning product performance and applications.
• Determines the present and future market potential of all products assigned.
• Analyze direct and indirect completion, prices, policies and promotions.
• Develop and implement appropriate means of combating competitive situations and specific action required.
• Recommend deletion of non-profitable products, also new products or potential expansion projects.
• Assist in a resolution of customer complaints through prompt investigation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, preferably Electrical Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in a product manager / sales administration experience, preferably in Electronic Components.
• Attention to details, ability to follow through with multiple assignments and ability to receive, assimilate and relay technical information accurately.
• Significant travel is a requirement of this position.
• Experience managing P&L responsibilities.

EEO STATEMENT:

Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.