Valeo
automotive
VSRegionalProductManagerThermal/ELE
“VS Regional Product Manager - Thermal / ELE at Valeo. Skills: Product Management, Trade Marketing, Market Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Pricing Strategy. Identify technical gaps. validate new Part Numbers (PN)”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure maximum European car parc coverage; maintain Valeo’s edge; adapt the portfolio; ensure all departments (Suppliers, Supply Chain, Legal) meet deadlines; securing data is updated in the various internal systems and external catalogues; optimize costs and sales; support business acquisition; boost sales; secure target margins; drive decision-making
Industry & Context.
Identify technical gaps; Lead "Corrective Action Plans" (CAP)
International Mindset, cross-cultural environments
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s Degree from Business or Engineering School, ~3 years in Trade Marketing or Product Management within a complex, multi-range environment, Fluent in English, Excel expert
Nice to Have
International Mindset, Technical Edge, Team Player with the "mobilizing" energy needed to influence stakeholders without direct hierarchical links
What You'll Do.
Identify technical gaps
validate new Part Numbers (PN)
ensure maximum European car parc coverage
Conduct deep-dive SWOT and technical benchmarks
Stay ahead of O. E. innovations and trends
Define the right positioning and validate technical data
Act as the project lead for all new product launches
Supply the initial technical data packages
define the cross-list of Valeo parts vs competitors
ensure "debranding" compliance
securing data is updated in the various internal systems and external catalogues
Definition of Market Potential of new to range parts
sales forecast link to each product launch
Partner with Purchasing for supplier negotiations
define packaging standards
Master the Product Life Cycle (PLC)
Participate in the 5-Year Product Strategy within the Medium Term Plan (MTP) and Yearly Budget
Deliver the roadmap for future services and product evolutions
Act as the "In-House" reference for Business Groups and local Trade Marketing teams
Lead "Corrective Action Plans" (CAP)
support divisions in landing "Big Fish" (major key accounts)
Create sales pitches tailored to different European markets
Prepare the "Go-to-Market" strategy with high-impact sales pitches and communication materials
Design and lead European “Sell-in” and “Sell-out” promotions
Create digital/print content
represent Valeo at international trade shows and customer conventions
Define pricing corridors and floor prices
Negotiate prices with PG sales teams or Purchasing
Carry out pricing and gross margin studies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface with Data Management team; Partner with Purchasing for supplier negotiations; cooperation with the pricing team; Negotiate prices with PG sales teams or Purchasing; support divisions in landing "Big Fish" (major key accounts); influence stakeholders without direct hierarchical links
Communication Scope
Create sales pitches tailored to different European markets; Create digital/print content, physical POS; represent Valeo at international trade shows and customer conventions
Process & Methodology
End-to-End Orchestration, Project lead for all new product launches, Master the Product Life Cycle (PLC)
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