Assistant Manager, Product Planning job

company building Hyundai Motor America location Fountain Valley, CA
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Company Description

Hyundai Motor America is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company. The manufacturing plant of Hyundai Motor America is in Montgomery, Alabama. Hyundai Motor America started its operations in 1968. The headquarters of Hyundai Motor America is in Fountain Valley, California. Hyundai Motor America has a team of high performers and is provided with a work environment where employees can perform to their maximum. Hyundai Motor America offers a safe and high energy environment to its employees. Employees working with Hyundai Motor America are provided professional training and development courses to keep them in line with the latest technological trends. Hyundai Motor America offers market competitive salary and benefits to its employees. Benefits offered by Hyundai Motor America include dental, vision, and medical insurance, 401k plan, education reimbursement, paid time off, annual holidays, vehicle benefits, and many other vacancies.

Job Description

At Hyundai, we’ve rethought our business and created cars that combine performance, quality, design and innovation into a complete package.

It’s time you rethink what you expect from an employer.

At Hyundai, we understand you're not just building a career – you're building a life. We believe in our people and realize that our success is a direct result of our commitment in offering you great opportunities for your career. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for a chance to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Purpose

~ Supports the product planning function, including lifecycle management, for assigned model lines.

Major Responsibilities

~ Assist in the lifecycle management of specific models by establishing strategies for market position, target buyer, sales volume and model packaging based on extensive market research and customer insights.

~ Develop comprehensive product planning proposals (vehicle specifications, features, and trim levels) by using in-depth market and competitive analysis in order to deliver compelling recommendations suitable for presentation to senior management.

~ Develop concept specifications for upcoming models based on segment analysis, product positioning, customer insight, cost implications and other key market factors.

~ Create and maintain vehicle Product Guides reflecting accurate up-to-date product information, model strengths, competitive comparisons and specifications.

~ Create extensive product presentation materials detailing the model highlights and competitive position to use for product briefings/training and media launch events.

~ Conduct post-launch analysis of new models and recommend enhancements/improvements based on market feedback and new competitor analysis.

~ Conduct thorough review of marketing materials created by internal departments/agencies and ensure accurate product information along with effective communication of product strengths and highlights.

~ Collaborate with Market Research to guide product research efforts/analysis (clinics, focus groups, etc.).

~ Responsible for ad-hoc projects that require extensive use of consumer research data from proprietary and third-party sources (mTab, JD Power PIN, AutoPlanner, etc.).

~ Performs secondary functions of the position:

     ~ Manage pilot vehicle order process – incorporate order input from various departments, monitor anticipated build dates, inspect for specification accuracy and distribute to appropriate departments.

     ~ Analyze proposed model accessories and help determine the port installed option installation rates based on market situation.

     ~ Ability to describe product attributes and chassis dynamics accurately in evaluation of competitor and future vehicles
     ~ Managing the Product Planning fleet of pilot vehicles for the programs assigned.

~ Product Planning Budget responsibilities:  work with prod planning mgmt. to develop annual budget, input to SAP, track annual budgets for vendors, work with purchasing to develop Purchase Orders, Check requests, etc.  Ensure vendor payment and ongoing contract renewal. 

Education

~ Bachelor’s degree required.

Related Experience

~ Five to six years of relevant experience, of which at least three years is directly related experience within the automotive industry.

Skill/Knowledge

~ Ability to work with all levels of management.

~ Strong strategic planning skills.

~ Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

~ Proficient usage of MS Office with exceptional PowerPoint skills.

~ Helpful to have ability to operate a manual transmission.

Physical requirements

~ Normal office duties.

~ Ability to operate an automobile for at least 3hrs at a time.

~ Holds passport to enable occasional travel to/from South Korea.

Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws.  The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

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green circle info icon  This position is open. This job was posted on Thu Apr 28 2022 and expires on Sat May 28 2022.
Minimum $39,713
$50,233 average
Maximum $77,321

Tasks

  • Identify, develop, or evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and markup factors.
  • Formulate, direct, or coordinate marketing activities or policies to promote products or services, working with advertising or promotion managers.
  • Evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, or return-on-investment and profit-loss projections.
  • Develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer satisfaction.
  • Compile lists describing product or service offerings.
  • Direct the hiring, training, or performance evaluations of marketing or sales staff and oversee their daily activities.
  • Consult with product development personnel on product specifications such as design, color, or packaging.
  • Use sales forecasting or strategic planning to ensure the sale and profitability of products, lines, or services, analyzing business developments and monitoring market trends.
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors or distributors to manage product distribution, establishing distribution networks or developing distribution strategies.
  • Coordinate or participate in promotional activities or trade shows, working with developers, advertisers, or production managers, to market products or services.
  • Initiate market research studies or analyze their findings.
  • Confer with legal staff to resolve problems, such as copyright infringement or royalty sharing with outside producers or distributors.
  • Consult with buying personnel to gain advice regarding the types of products or services expected to be in demand.
  • Consult with buying personnel to gain advice regarding environmentally sound or sustainable products.
  • Conduct economic or commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products or services.
  • Recommend modifications to products, packaging, production processes, or other characteristics to improve the environmental soundness or sustainability of products.
  • Advise business or other groups on local, national, or international factors affecting the buying or selling of products or services.
  • Select products or accessories to be displayed at trade or special production shows.
  • Develop business cases for environmental marketing strategies.
  • Integrate environmental information into product or company marketing strategies, policies, or activities.

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
  • Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  • Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  • Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  • Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  • Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
  • Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Operations Analysis - Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  • Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
  • Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
  • Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
  • Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  • Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

Knowledge

  • Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
  • Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
  • Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
  • Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
  • Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
  • Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
  • Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
  • English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Hyundai Motor America

Description

Hyundai Motor America is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company. The manufacturing plant of Hyundai Motor America is in Montgomery, Alabama. Hyundai Motor America started its operations in 1968. The headquarters of Hyundai Motor America is in Fountain Valley, California. Hyundai Motor America has a team of high performers and is provided with a work environment where employees can perform to their maximum. Hyundai Motor America offers a safe and high energy environment to its employees. Employees working with Hyundai Motor America are provided professional training and development courses to keep them in line with the latest technological trends. Hyundai Motor America offers market competitive salary and benefits to its employees. Benefits offered by Hyundai Motor America include dental, vision, and medical insurance, 401k plan, education reimbursement, paid time off, annual holidays, vehicle benefits, and many other vacancies.
Type

Company - Public

Size

Large

Revenue

$5B to $10B

Location

10550 Talbert Ave.Fountain Valley, CA, 92708and others

Industry

Manufacturing/Mechanical/Mining

Founded

1985

CEO

Jerry Flannery

Website

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