What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Planning Manager position at LX Hausys America, Inc.?
Description
Responsibilities:
· Develop plans for new HIMACS products (color, patterns) and establish new product launch strategies (manufactured products, OEM products).
· Track and evaluate the effectiveness of HIMACS new product launches to identify best practices and areas for optimization
· Perform in-depth analysis in new product sales performance to support strategic decision making
· Operate development systems and new product quality verification systems related to new product development.
· Handle administrative and data related support to ensure administrative accuracy and availability.
· Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications: Listed below are the minimum and/or desired qualifications of the position including education, work experience and knowledge & skills that are required to perform satisfactorily in the position:
Education and Work Experience:
· Experience with product planning / development, as well as project management
· Experience in sales analysis
· Experience in product planning / development with Solid Sufaces / Quartz.
· Bachelor’s degree in business administration / economics / industrial engineering
· 1-3 years of chemical and construction material industry experience is preferred but not required
Knowledge and Skills:
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
· Highly refined planning and organization skills that balance work and responsibilities in a timely manner
· Enjoy working with others and being a leader to achieve specific goals
· Highly motivated, quick-learner with ability to adapt in a new working environment
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Data analysis skills & Time-sensitive decision making skills
· Complex problem solving, Critical thinking and multitasking
· Time & Risk management
Physical Demands:
· Position requires regular interaction with customers and clients.
· Position requires sitting at a desk working on a computer for at least 2/3 of time.
· Position requires minimal lifting up to 10lbs.
· Position requires regular and reliable attendance.
· Position requires travel up to _5_% of time, including overnight travel in the territory.
