Job Description

JOB PURPOSEDefine Product (ICE) & Feature Roadmap, share key insights with management to make key product decisions. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring competitiveness of the assigned models.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES1. Product Planning and Strategy:\xc2\xb7 Developing product concepts and strategies aligned with the company\'s vision.\xc2\xb7 Defining product positioning and value proposition.\xc2\xb7 Creating product roadmaps and timelines.2. Product Specifications:\xc2\xb7 Translating customer needs into detailed product specifications.\xc2\xb7 Collaborating with engineering, design teams to develop products.\xc2\xb7 Ensuring product features meet quality, cost, and timing targets.3. Pricing and Packaging:\xc2\xb7 Developing pricing strategies to maximize profitability.\xc2\xb7 Creating product packages and bundles to enhance value perception.4. Product Lifecycle Management:\xc2\xb7 Monitoring product performance and customer feedback.\xc2\xb7 Making recommendations for product enhancementsMAJOR CHALLENGES

• High levels of accuracy required.
• Dynamic external environment due to changing customer preferences and frequent regulatory changes

DECISIONS

• Business case for introduction of new models.
• Proposal for addition of Features to enhance value proposition.
• Variant & Price Proposal for Future models.

Internal Clients - Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Quality, Product Planning, Digital & ITExternal Clients - Dealer, Research agencies, Event management agencies & Data suppliers etc.Financial Dimensions

• Ability to understand and create scenarios using product P&L.
• Ensuring profitability of the models by making pricing decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information is critical.

Educational QualificationsMBA/B. TechWork Experience4-10 years of experience (DM/MGR)BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Skills
• Commitment towards timelines
• Customer Obsession: Willing to Travel and relocate
• Presentation Skills

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• In depth knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of vehicle & Automotive Industry i.e. SIAM Classification, Tax Structure, Regulatory environment
• Understanding of Indian Consumers
• Knowledge of New Technology, New Features

Maruti Suzuki