Product & Planning Manager
Job Summary:Job Summary:
Lotus Cars USA seeks aProduct & Planning Manager, to lead and align with global counterpart regarding product strategy, special product projects, pricing analysis and benchmark for Americas. To create engagement, increase purchase consideration and drive sales. As part of the product planning function, the Product Planning Manager is also responsible for project management including budget management, pricing and the creation of process and tools that drive efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainable processes.
Duties/Responsibilities:Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement product strategies that align with the NorthAmerican markets
- Analyze customer and market trends to determine appropriate product content and pricing for purpose of maximizing profit while ensuring competitiveness
- Monitor and update pricing as needed to reflect changes in the market
- Develop and maintain pricing databases and systems
- Develop and maintain pricing guidelines and procedures
- Lead special product projects (i.e. Bespoke, special editions, etc.) for Americas
- Collaborate with headquarters product planning team to ensure product and pricing accuracy and alignment with company goals
- Prepare product, competitor analysis and pricing reports and analysis
Required Skills/Abilities:Required Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge and experience of automotive industry, products, market and pricing
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Education and Experience:Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree
Product planning experience working in automotive industry