6,570 Product Planning jobs in the United States

Position Summary :

To lead the planning and coordination of new product development, ensuring product solutions are desirable, feasible, and profitable-aligned with market needs and organizational goals.

Responsibility :

• Identify market needs and analyze trends to define product direction and concept for HIMACS solid surface products.
• Develop and manage product timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams including R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, and QA to ensure timely execution and launch.
• Gather in-depth market intelligence on design trends, customer preferences, new technologies, and competitive landscape.
• Provide insights and recommendations to influence product strategy and differentiation.
• Evaluate and recommend manufacturing processes and partners based on feasibility, cost, and quality.
• Understand plant capabilities and identify opportunities for innovation and optimization.
• Manage the cross-functional launch process-overseeing milestones, aligning teams, and ensuring deliverables for a successful go-to-market execution.
• Analyze cost structures and propose cost optimization strategies to support target pricing and margin goals.
• Stay current on commercial and residential surface applications, with a focus on the kitchen and bath industry.
• Identify product opportunities that align with commercial design and performance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Ideal Candidate:

You are highly organized, solutions-oriented, and passionate about developing beautiful, functional, and market-leading products. You understand the importance of cross-functional alignment and thrive in environments where product strategy meets execution.

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in product planning, product management, or related roles-ideally within surfaces, building materials, or kitchen & bath industries.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and detail orientation; ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies.
• Familiarity with or interest in different surfaces materials (Quartz, Soli Surface, Porcelain etc.).
• Experience working on commercial projects or with commercial specifiers (e.g., architects, designers, builders) is a bonus.
• Proven ability to manage complex project timelines and collaborate across multiple departments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Korean is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management tools.

We are seeking a data-driven professional with a strong analytical background and a passion for marine products to join our Power Sports team. This role focuses on market research—not marketing—and requires someone who understands customer behavior, industry trends, and product performance in the gas-powered boating sector.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct primary and secondary market research through surveys, interviews, and field visits
• Analyze data using advanced Excel and present findings through executive-level PowerPoint presentations
• Translate customer insights into product strategies and specifications
• Maintain awareness of marine industry trends and competitor offerings

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Science, Math, or Psychology preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in market research or product analysis
• High proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, graphs; macros a plus) and PowerPoint
• Experience with SPSS, Tableau, or PowerBI is a plus
• Strong analytical, logical thinking, and data storytelling skills
• Passion for water sports and familiarity with gas-powered marine products

Apply today to help shape the future of marine innovation through research and insight.

Director New Product Planning

Requisition ID: 6730

Location:

Deerfield, IL, US

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing exclusively on brain health. With more than 70 years of experience in neuroscience, we are committed to improving the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric diseases. Lundbeck employees are inspired and driven by our purpose to advance brain health and transform lives. Join us on our journey of growth!

**SUMMARY:** The Director, New Product Planning, will lead U.S. efforts to advance Lundbeck's Focused Innovator strategy through the evaluation and development of both organic and inorganic pipeline assets. This role partners with U.S. and HQ teams to drive commercial assessments, support business development initiatives, and help shape differentiated product strategies. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategy & Portfolio Management, this role will collaborate closely with Global New Asset Strategy, Business Development, and Customer Insights & Analytics, among other stakeholders.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**

**New Product Planning Team**

+ Partners with Global New Asset Strategy, U.S. Pipeline and BD Forecasting, Business Development, and U.S./Global Medical to assess internal pipeline and external asset opportunities for U.S. launch readiness.

+ Represents the US as a member of Commercial/Access/Medical (CAM team) within GPT, specifically late lifecycle pipeline assets.

+ Acquires comprehensive insights into market size and opportunities, competitive overview and landscape, payer environment, unmet needs, and ongoing competitive intelligence for the disease areas in scope.

+ Leads the identification of key customers, KOLs and patient advocacy organizations, and meets with them, as needed, to help assess opportunities.

+ Provides strategic input to guide primary and secondary market research in understanding full opportunity size and market potential.

+ Develops and executes comprehensive launch plans for late-stage assets in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders.

+ Work closely with Associate Director, US NPP to increase internal capabilities and deliver evaluation excellence for business cases and commercial evaluations.

**Strategic Partnerships**

+ Collaborates closely with the US Market Access and Pricing team, as well as Government Affairs, to gather insights on potential impacts to future cases (e.g., IRA).

+ Establishes and effectively collaborates with global business development, global new asset strategy and across US functions including Commercial, Medical and others.

+ Partners closely with US Pricing team to ensure pricing, market access, and GTN assumptions are taken into account for each case.

+ Collaborate with members of the R&D and Medical organization to ensure appropriate TPP development specifically clinical trial endpoints.

**Leader of Cross-Functional US Teams**

+ To ensure stakeholder buy-in and data-driven decision making, develops and nurtures strong working relationships with a broad range of medical, marketing, market access, forecasting, finance, and business development colleagues.

+ Leads cross-functional matrix project teams by establishing priorities, setting objectives, and driving alignment to strategic goals.

+ Develops and oversees metrics and key success indicators. Proactively identifies and removes obstacles.

**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:**

+ Accredited Bachelor's degree

+ 8+ years of pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical field experience with at least four of them working in a Commercial organization.

+ Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Proven success in developing clear, actionable steps aligned to overall business strategy.

+ Collaborative team player with ability to build trusted partnerships, manage stakeholders and meet shared objectives.

+ Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to generate actionable and innovative strategic insights.

+ Ability to use informed, sound judgment; and make timely, effective, educated and sound decisions; at times under conditions of uncertainty.

+ Impactful oral and written communication skills with ability to persuade and influence others.

+ Accepts clear responsibility and accountability for results.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**

+ Accredited Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field. or accredited MBA.

+ Relevant pharmaceutical experience, particularly in market access, business development, or commercial roles.

+ International/Global experience.

**TRAVEL**

+ Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%, including domestic and occasional international travel.

The range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in the state of Illinois, if selected for this role, and may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Range: $200,000 - $240,000 and eligibility for a 25% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company's long-term incentive plan. Benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision and company match 401k. Additional benefits information can be found on ourcareer site ( . Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.#LI-LM1

**Why Lundbeck**

Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on theU.S. career site ( .

_Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit theU.S. career site ( ._

_Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates inE-Verify ( ._

**About Lundbeck**

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.

Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world's leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.

The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.

**About Lundbeck**

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.

Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world's leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.

The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing exclusively on brain health. With more than 70 years of experience in neuroscience, we are committed to improving the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric diseases. Lundbeck employees are inspired and driven by our purpose to advance brain health and transform lives. Join us on our journey of growth!

SUMMARY: The Director, New Product Planning, will lead U.S. efforts to advance Lundbeck's Focused Innovator strategy through the evaluation and development of both organic and inorganic pipeline assets. This role partners with U.S. and HQ teams to drive commercial assessments, support business development initiatives, and help shape differentiated product strategies. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategy & Portfolio Management, this role will collaborate closely with Global New Asset Strategy, Business Development, and Customer Insights & Analytics, among other stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

New Product Planning Team

* Partners with Global New Asset Strategy, U.S. Pipeline and BD Forecasting, Business Development, and U.S./Global Medical to assess internal pipeline and external asset opportunities for U.S. launch readiness.
* Represents the US as a member of Commercial/Access/Medical (CAM team) within GPT, specifically late lifecycle pipeline assets.
* Acquires comprehensive insights into market size and opportunities, competitive overview and landscape, payer environment, unmet needs, and ongoing competitive intelligence for the disease areas in scope.
* Leads the identification of key customers, KOLs and patient advocacy organizations, and meets with them, as needed, to help assess opportunities.
* Provides strategic input to guide primary and secondary market research in understanding full opportunity size and market potential.
* Develops and executes comprehensive launch plans for late-stage assets in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders.
* Work closely with Associate Director, US NPP to increase internal capabilities and deliver evaluation excellence for business cases and commercial evaluations.

Strategic Partnerships

* Collaborates closely with the US Market Access and Pricing team, as well as Government Affairs, to gather insights on potential impacts to future cases (e.g., IRA).
* Establishes and effectively collaborates with global business development, global new asset strategy and across US functions including Commercial, Medical and others.
* Partners closely with US Pricing team to ensure pricing, market access, and GTN assumptions are taken into account for each case.
* Collaborate with members of the R&D and Medical organization to ensure appropriate TPP development specifically clinical trial endpoints.

Leader of Cross-Functional US Teams

* To ensure stakeholder buy-in and data-driven decision making, develops and nurtures strong working relationships with a broad range of medical, marketing, market access, forecasting, finance, and business development colleagues.
* Leads cross-functional matrix project teams by establishing priorities, setting objectives, and driving alignment to strategic goals.
* Develops and oversees metrics and key success indicators. Proactively identifies and removes obstacles.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

* Accredited Bachelor's degree
* 8+ years of pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical field experience with at least four of them working in a Commercial organization.
* Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Proven success in developing clear, actionable steps aligned to overall business strategy.
* Collaborative team player with ability to build trusted partnerships, manage stakeholders and meet shared objectives.
* Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to generate actionable and innovative strategic insights.
* Ability to use informed, sound judgment; and make timely, effective, educated and sound decisions; at times under conditions of uncertainty.
* Impactful oral and written communication skills with ability to persuade and influence others.
* Accepts clear responsibility and accountability for results.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Accredited Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field. or accredited MBA.
* Relevant pharmaceutical experience, particularly in market access, business development, or commercial roles.
* International/Global experience.

TRAVEL

* Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%, including domestic and occasional international travel.

The range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in the state of Illinois, if selected for this role, and may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Range: $200,000 - $240,000 and eligibility for a 25% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company's long-term incentive plan. Benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision and company match 401k. Additional benefits information can be found on our career site. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. #LI-LM1

Why Lundbeck

Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site.

Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the U.S. career site.

Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates in E-Verify.

About Lundbeck

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.

Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world's leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.

The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.

About Lundbeck

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.

Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world's leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.

The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.

Job Details

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing exclusively on brain health. With more than 70 years of experience in neuroscience, we are committed to improving the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric diseases. Lundbeck employees are inspired and driven by our purpose to advance brain health and transform lives. Join us on our journey of growth!

SUMMARY: The Director, New Product Planning, will lead U.S. efforts to advance Lundbeck's Focused Innovator strategy through the evaluation and development of both organic and inorganic pipeline assets. This role partners with U.S. and HQ teams to drive commercial assessments, support business development initiatives, and help shape differentiated product strategies. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategy & Portfolio Management, this role will collaborate closely with Global New Asset Strategy, Business Development, and Customer Insights & Analytics, among other stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

New Product Planning Team

• Partners with Global New Asset Strategy, U.S. Pipeline and BD Forecasting, Business Development, and U.S./Global Medical to assess internal pipeline and external asset opportunities for U.S. launch readiness.
• Represents the US as a member of Commercial/Access/Medical (CAM team) within GPT, specifically late lifecycle pipeline assets.
• Acquires comprehensive insights into market size and opportunities, competitive overview and landscape, payer environment, unmet needs, and ongoing competitive intelligence for the disease areas in scope.

Leads the identification of key customers, KOLs and patient advocacy organizations, and meets with them, as needed, to help assess opportunities.

Provides strategic input to guide primary and secondary market research in understanding full opportunity size and market potential.

Develops and executes comprehensive launch plans for late-stage assets in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders.

Work closely with Associate Director, US NPP to increase internal capabilities and deliver evaluation excellence for business cases and commercial evaluations.

Strategic Partnerships

• Collaborates closely with the US Market Access and Pricing team, as well as Government Affairs, to gather insights on potential impacts to future cases (e.g., IRA).
• Establishes and effectively collaborates with global business development, global new asset strategy and across US functions including Commercial, Medical and others.
• Partners closely with US Pricing team to ensure pricing, market access, and GTN assumptions are taken into account for each case.
• Collaborate with members of the R&D and Medical organization to ensure appropriate TPP development specifically clinical trial endpoints.

Leader of Cross-Functional US Teams

To ensure stakeholder buy-in and data-driven decision making, develops and nurtures strong working relationships with a broad range of medical, marketing, market access, forecasting, finance, and business development colleagues.

Leads cross-functional matrix project teams by establishing priorities, setting objectives, and driving alignment to strategic goals.

Develops and oversees metrics and key success indicators. Proactively identifies and removes obstacles.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

Accredited Bachelor's degree

8+ years of pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical field experience with at least four of them working in a Commercial organization.

Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Proven success in developing clear, actionable steps aligned to overall business strategy.

Collaborative team player with ability to build trusted partnerships, manage stakeholders and meet shared objectives.

Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to generate actionable and innovative strategic insights.

Ability to use informed, sound judgment; and make timely, effective, educated and sound decisions; at times under conditions of uncertainty.

Impactful oral and written communication skills with ability to persuade and influence others.

Accepts clear responsibility and accountability for results.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Accredited Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field. or accredited MBA.

Relevant pharmaceutical experience, particularly in market access, business development, or commercial roles.

International/Global experience.

TRAVEL

Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%, including domestic and occasional international travel.

The range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in the state of Illinois, if selected for this role, and may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Range: $200,000 - $240,000 and eligibility for a 25% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company's long-term incentive plan. Benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision and company match 401k. Additional benefits information can be found on our career site . Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. #LI-LM1

Why Lundbeck

Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site .

Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the U.S. career site .

Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates in E-Verify .

Senior Manager - Product Planning

* Lead strategic planning for Hyundai's commercial vehicle portfolio in North America, from vans to heavy-duty trucks and buses.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, sales, engineering, finance, and manufacturing, to envision and define products that meet the evolving needs of customers and the market.
* Commercial vehicles product planning aligns with our corporate goal of delivering the best vehicles for the North American customer through regional technical leadership and local/global collaboration.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

* Strategic Leadership: Lead the development of product strategy for Hyundai's van and heavy-duty truck segments in North America, ensuring alignment with Hyundai's overall business objectives and market demands.
* Market Analysis and Insight: Conduct in-depth market research, analyze customer needs, and track competitive activity to identify trends, opportunities, and potential threats. Utilize insights to drive product innovation and differentiation.
* Product Roadmap Development: Develop and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap, prioritizing product features, updates, and innovations based on customer needs, industry trends, and business objectives.
* Innovation and Sustainability: Drive initiatives focused on innovation, particularly in areas such as electrification, autonomy, and connectivity, to position Hyundai's commercial vehicles as market leaders in sustainability and performance.
* Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to senior management, ensuring alignment on product strategies, key milestones, and strategic decisions.
* Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing throughout the division and with counterparts in Headquarters and Namyang in Korea.
* Support to the North American Regional Headquarters with customer product inquiries.
* Lead the creation and presentation of clear & concise project status and technical reports
* Develop and manage the department's strategies, plans, human resources and budgets. Mentor direct reports.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

* Bachelor of Science Degree
* 15+ years of relevant experience in the automotive industry
* 5+ years of demonstrated experience in product planning
* 5+ years of experience managing product planners
* Strong data-driven decision-making abilities
* Proficiency in planning, executing, and monitoring projects
* Excellent written communication and presentation skills
* Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities
* Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
* Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
* Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

* Zero-dollar employee premiums on Medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
* 100% employer-paid disability and Life insurance
* Generous paid Time Off including vacation, sick, and abundant holidays.
* A Global Environment that fosters diversity
* Competitive Salaries
* Retirement savings and planning benefits
* Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
* Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Compensation

$165,000-$210,000

STILL INTERESTED? WHY NOT APPLY?

Nintendo of America Inc.

About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System more than 30 years ago, Nintendo's mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo's iconic and cherished franchises including Mario, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Metroid, Animal Crossing, Pikmin and Splatoon across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.

Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at Publisher and Developer relations team at Nintendo of America is responsible for the acquisition, operations and amplification of most non-Nintendo developed software on our platforms. The personnel within this department work closely with major video game publishers such as Electronic Arts, Activision, Ubisoft and Warner Bros., boutique publishers such 505 Games, Devolver Digital and Annapurna Interactive, and up-and-coming independent developers like Super Giant Games, House House and Studio MDHR, to ensure their great content comes to Nintendo platforms.

We are actively recruiting on two openings; Manager, Product Planning - Digital Games and Manager, Product Planning - Games-as-a-Service.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

* Provides strategy related to team performance and defines resources needed to achieve a high level of

success.
* Partners in the overall process to ensure that results align with original specifications and plan.
* Develops, maintains, and leverages internal and external relationships.
* Manages product forecasts to ensure accuracy of dates, which in turn affects manufacturing and sales

projections.
* Participates & oversees continuous process improvement activities, to optimize systems and process, to

increase productivity.
* Establishes team goals in alignment with department and company goals, including establishing

milestones, measuring progress, and communicating goals and progress with team and management.
* Collaborates with strategic partners to promote business growth.
* Manages and advise product forecasting to ensure accuracy of sales projections, and manufacturing dates,

where applicable.
* Analyzes reports and provides insights on accounts by partnering with business analyst to identify KPIs of

operational business through ad-hoc and scheduled reporting on performance, value and trends
* Manages and supports new program and system deployments through process optimization, policy

creation, and resources in collaboration with global partners.
* Processes and monitors end to end production of third party software from product initiation to release.
* Works with global technical and functional teams to ensure alignment with production and scheduling of

content release.
* Monitors and reports on process compliance for JSOX and other audit procedures.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

* Minimum Six (6) to eight (8) years of related experience.


* One (1) to two (2) years of supervisory experience.


* Experience performing statistical analysis.


* Experience working with databases.


* Project management experience.


* Working knowledge of Oracle EBS, OM/IPM and BMS preferred.


* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.


* Japanese language fluency preferred
* Undergraduate degree in business, economics, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of

education and experience.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.

This position includes a base salary range of $117,400- $211,300 annually, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Please see our Benefits & Perks page for more benefits information.

#LI-Hybrid

Product Planning Project Manager

The Product Planning Project Manager is responsible for understanding the customer insights and U.S. market requirements to drive product development programs. This includes defining key market assumptions for each program such as target buyer, product concept, value propositions, specifications to ensure market success. This role collaborates closely with product strategy, manufacturing plants, and design teams to create One Voice Proposals for locally developed products. Utilizing the mid-term plan and Product Cycle Plan assumptions as a foundation, this role develops U.S.-specific product lifecycle strategies and proposals to mitigate risk and seize opportunities in a competitive landscape. The Project Manager also ensures a smooth transition from planning to launch by cascading key information and datapoints to downstream departments, bolstering their launch strategies.

Major Areas of Responsibility (MAR):

• Develop customer and market requirements for all major and minor product programs, ensuring proposals increase market appeal and competitiveness for successful launches.
• Develop comprehensive U.S. market research projects by defining clear objectives, developing a research plan, analyzing data, and capturing key insights that inform product concepts and validate assumptions.
• Define and align the product's mission and vision by integrating both business goals and customer needs; collaborate closely with the Product Strategy team to ensure cohesion and strategic direction.
• Develop product concepts to meet the customer needs preferences and align with the strategic objectives of both MNAO and Mazda Corporate (MC).
• Coordinate with MC program team, engineers, and vehicle line managers to establish and align product assumptions (i.e., specifications, new features, technologies) that meet both customer demands and market requirements.
• Partner with Mazda Design America (MDA) and engineers to visualize key value concepts and specifications to communicate to MC.

Local Development Product Proposals

• Facilitate the local development process in partnership with cross-functional teams, aligning with local product proposals.
• Collaborate with strategy teams and local North American plants to define and align key product objectives
• Create product development schedules based on key milestones and feasibility requirements, ensuring sufficient time for cross-functional alignment.
• Formulate product strategies and concepts that directly support aligned objectives and long-term business goals.

Product Lifecycle Analysis

• Develop product lifecycle strategies and proposals grounded in competitive analysis, market forecasts, and mid-term plan objectives.
• Conduct proactive research studies and analysis, ensuring our products maintain lifecycle competitiveness and consistently meet evolving customer expectations and business objectives.

Local Product SME

• Act as the local product expert to facilitate the understanding of the product strategy, concept, and assumptions to operational launch team members.
• Contribute to overall market awareness, demand, and success.

Qualifications and Other Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, engineering or related fields, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of product planning and/or related work (i.e., product strategy, product marketing, portfolio strategy, cross-carline strategy, market or product analysis) experience is required.
• 3+ years of automotive industry experience is desired.
• A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• General understanding of automotive engineering is strongly desired.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in both Japanese and English with excellent communications skills is a plus to support smooth communication between MNAO and headquarters.
• High level of creativity, conceptual developments, intellectual curiosity, and experience in effective planning/implementation.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and data-driven mindset; detail-oriented work style with ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to influence and motivate others, adapting communication styles, and building effective relationships across diverse backgrounds. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and provide project management support.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple tasks at a time.
• Great interpersonal skills with passion and thorough understanding of the corporate culture and philosophies to promote products within and outside of the company.
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft applications with a high skill level with Excel and PowerPoint with an emphasis on executive level reporting.

Travel: May be required 1 2 times per year

Pay Range $91,400.00 - $139,400.00 Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Learn more about MNAO's comprehensive benefits package

Job Description
The Product Planning Project Manager is responsible for understanding the customer insights and U.S. market requirements to drive product development programs. This includes defining key market assumptions for each program - such as target buyer, product concept, value propositions, specifications - to ensure market success. This role collaborates closely with product strategy, manufacturing plants, and design teams to create One Voice Proposals for locally developed products.

Utilizing the mid-term plan and Product Cycle Plan assumptions as a foundation, this role develops U.S.-specific product lifecycle strategies and proposals to mitigate risk and seize opportunities in a competitive landscape. The Project Manager also ensures a smooth transition from planning to launch by cascading key information and datapoints to downstream departments, bolstering their launch strategies.

Major Areas of Responsibility (MAR):

Product Planning - 40%

• Develop customer and market requirements for all major and minor product programs, ensuring proposals increase market appeal and competitiveness for successful launches.
• Develop comprehensive U.S. market research projects by defining clear objectives, developing a research plan, analyzing data, and capturing key insights that inform product concepts and validate assumptions.
• Define and align the product's mission and vision by integrating both business goals and customer needs; collaborate closely with the Product Strategy team to ensure cohesion and strategic direction.
• Develop product concepts to meet the customer needs preferences and align with the strategic objectives of both MNAO and Mazda Corporate (MC).
• Coordinate with MC program team, engineers, and vehicle line managers to establish and align product assumptions (i.e., specifications, new features, technologies) that meet both customer demands and market requirements.
• Partner with Mazda Design America (MDA) and engineers to visualize key value concepts and specifications to communicate to MC.

Local Development Product Proposals - 30%

• Facilitate the local development process in partnership with cross-functional teams, aligning with local product proposals.
• Collaborate with strategy teams and local North American plants to define and align key product objectives
• Create product development schedules based on key milestones and feasibility requirements, ensuring sufficient time for cross-functional alignment.
• Formulate product strategies and concepts that directly support aligned objectives and long-term business goals.

Product Lifecycle Analysis - 20%

• Develop product lifecycle strategies and proposals grounded in competitive analysis, market forecasts, and mid-term plan objectives.
• Conduct proactive research studies and analysis, ensuring our products maintain lifecycle competitiveness and consistently meet evolving customer expectations and business objectives.

Local Product SME - 10%

• Act as the local product expert to facilitate the understanding of the product strategy, concept, and assumptions to operational launch team members.
• Contribute to overall market awareness, demand, and success.

Qualifications and Other Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, engineering or related fields, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience in lieu of degree.

Experience:

• 5+ years of product planning and/or related work (i.e., product strategy, product marketing, portfolio strategy, cross-carline strategy, market or product analysis) experience is required.
• 3+ years of automotive industry experience is desired.

Training/Certification:

• A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• General understanding of automotive engineering is strongly desired.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in both Japanese and English with excellent communications skills is a plus to support smooth communication between MNAO and headquarters.
• High level of creativity, conceptual developments, intellectual curiosity, and experience in effective planning/implementation.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and data-driven mind-set; detail-oriented work style with ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to influence and motivate others, adapting communication styles, and building effective relationships across diverse backgrounds. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and provide project management support.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple tasks at a time.
• Great interpersonal skills with passion and thorough understanding of the corporate culture and philosophies to promote products within and outside of the company.
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft applications with a high skill level with Excel and PowerPoint with an emphasis on executive level reporting.

Travel:

May be required 1 - 2 times per year

Pay Range
$91,400.00 - $139,400.00
Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Learn more about MNAO's comprehensive benefits package here