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Job Description
Introduction
Do you want to shape the next product range of ShimanoAs a product planner you are the eyes ears and voice from the European market for global fishing equipment developments.
Using your skills in market research and data analysis working together with our sales & marketing teams across Europe you will translate customer demand and market trends into the next generation of Shimano products. Once developed you will translate the USPs to our sales and marketing teams to support the launch to the market.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Eindhoven and you will join a team of 3 other Product Planners. Being the product expert you will be required to travel regularly to present and create our Shimano products.
We are looking for a curious & preferably a technical person who always wants to know how things work and how to improve. You are accurate and you are a self-starter. Next to that you can work independently but more importantly: you are a true team player. You have experience working on projects setting priorities and reaching deadlines. You possess excellent intercultural communication skills and presentation skills to ensure the audience truly understand your message!
The Challenge
Collect market information through data analysis market research field research events local office feedback and competitor information.
Analyze market information to create recommendations and insights for future product developments.
Create planning sheets according to which final products need to be manufactured. This includes market information specifications of products a cost analysis and the cosmetic drawing.
Develop the product according to the planning sheet which includes the factory brief testing the samples and reporting back to the factory.
Contribute to the 35-year product strategy and product line up.
Be the knowledge center of product related information for colleagues and customers.
Work together with Sales and Marketing to ensure the features & benefits are well represented.
What are we looking for
Bachelors degree in preferably a technical direction
1-3 years of experience in a similar role (experience working in a product analyst or research-based position with a commercial aspect).
Excellent English language skills both verbally and written.
Passionate predator angler.
Willing and able to travel frequently.
Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
What do we have to offer
Shimano and its subsidiaries offer a pleasant informal working environment with colleagues who work well together and are proud to work for Shimano. Next to good working conditions Shimano offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging position within a dynamic international and ambitious environment. Together we want to win therefore we have a strong focus on team achievement.
How to get in touch!
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Employment Type
Full-Time
