Assistant Manager, Product Management (Category Management)

Samsung Electronics (Sathon)

Bangkok, Thailand

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, network systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the Internet of Things space through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top 10 global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth.

About this position

As Product Manager, working on Portfolio Management, Pricing, Sales Profits, Demand Generate (IMC), Promotion, Product Flooring). This position do a lot of pricing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and executing global plans for assigned products to meet company objectives by defining strategies & product management; implementing marketing plans, promotions & media plans, budget management.
• Interact with advertising agencies, analyze sales trends by using innovative marketing strategies to achieve sales targets, raise product awareness and market share.
• Ensure operational excellence through input into business management as well as manage marketing budget, P&L responsibility for the categories with a direct control over the annual marketing budget.
• Develop and implement strategy to grow sales, market share and branding.
• Implements and oversees all marketing initiatives within assigned product category including launching of new products.
• Manage a cross-functional team, work closely with sales and other functions to ensure that support the company’s overall strategy, goal and deliver winning products as well as work with various departments throughout the business involved.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management /direct supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Marketing, Business Administration or related fields.
• Minimum 4 years of working experience in all aspects of marketing, product management, trade/ channel marketing in related industries or other competitive companies (Prefer candidates from FMCGs companies).
• Proven track record with high volume & reputed companies are must and experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies.
• Be well-organized and planning skills as well as marketing projects/programs execution within assigned product categories.
• Be able to analyze market information and provide the best strategic business plan for the product category.
• Comprehensive understanding of marketing to consumer markets.
• Be able to work under pressure, result-oriented with good problem solving skills.
• Be creative, self-motivated with initiative skills.
• Strong business management skills, be decisive, action-oriented.
• Excellent English proficiency and computer skill. (Use English at work)
• Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.