Product Manager

Epson, a $10B global leader in high-quality consumer electronics, imaging, and point of sale printing devices, is seeking an exceptional Product Manager to join our team. You will be responsible for contributing to strategic direction and providing input into product and market development strategy and marketing plan strategies for assigned product(s), leading the development, planning, positioning, and launching activities, through to end of product life, for unique or complex Epson product(s), and forecasting and procuring products to meet inventory and business plan and financial goals. Join a high-energy team with a strong manager coach that will support you to flourish and succeed!

This position will be based out of our Los Alamitos, CA office with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule.

Principal Accountabilities
Strategy

Contribute to strategic direction and provides input into product and market development and marketing plan strategies

Develops new business development ideas and provides recommendations and business case proposals

Product Development

Provides input into the development of product road maps for assigned product(s)

Coordinates and independently manages relationship with Seiko Epson Corporation to monitor product development process and makes recommendations for meeting market needs and negotiates tradeoffs

Conducts and analyzes market information and makes strategic recommendations and, in some cases, decisions (e.g., pricing, positioning)

Product Management

Responsible for achieving revenue and gross profit and inventory targets for assigned products

Establishes and oversees structured processes for a complete product launch for assigned product(s)

Oversees relationships with Marketing Communications, Documentation, Service/Support, Logistics, Seiko Epson Corporation, Inventory Planning, and other groups to manage the product throughout its lifecycle

Makes and substantiates recommendations regarding positioning and pricing of assigned product(s)

Identifies opportunities and provides direction to Marcom and Advertising related to execution of key advertising and promotions tactics for assigned product(s)

Oversees end of product lifecycle and transition to minimize inventory and ensure launch time frames are met

Serves as internal and external PR spokesperson and product champion for assigned product(s)

Supports the company at events, including sales meetings and trade shows

Supports the sales team in customer visits and presentations

Oversees or conducts competitive analysis and benchmarking and makes recommendations and, in some cases, decisions

Initiates and maintains relationships with industry trade groups, analysts, and publications

Desired Skills and Experience

10+ years of Product Management or related business experience in the MPS market

Strong market analysis, project management, marketing communications and strategic planning skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use formulas, pivot tables, and data validation tools to analyze and ensure accuracy of product and market data

Demonstrated analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions

Demonstrated proficiency in solving complex problems while balancing multiple objectives

Ability to sell ideas through cohesive and creative presentations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to persuade across organizational lines inside and outside the company

Employee Benefits
In addition to joining a team of dedicated professionals who support each other and are passionate about their work, you'll also enjoy a variety of attractive, industry-leading benefits.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage eligibility on start date

Generous paid time off, including sick time, vacation, and holidays

Income protection plans, including life insurance and short-term and long-term disability programs paid by the company

401K plan with company matching

Educational reimbursement, employee assistant program (EAP), adoption assistance, employee discounts and much more!

The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $137,419 and $180,360. Please note that this position's salary range may include multiple levels. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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