Product & Pricing Manager

Job Purpose:

To manage the full product lifecycle and pricing strategy to maximize profitability, competitiveness, and market growth. The Product & Pricing Manager oversees product portfolio planning, market analysis, pricing structures, and supports sales and marketing teams with data-driven insights and product positioning.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage the full product lifecycle planning, launch, performance monitoring, and phase-out.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning.
• Define product positioning, specifications, and value propositions.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and technical teams to support new product introductions.
• Monitor product performance and propose improvements or adjustments.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies to enhance competitiveness and profitability.
• Analyze market pricing, competitor offerings, and cost structures to recommend pricing updates.
• Set wholesale, retail, and promotional pricing in coordination with finance and sales teams.
• Monitor margins and profitability by product line and recommend corrective actions.
• Support tender pricing and special project quotations.
• Conduct regular market and competitive analysis to support decision-making.
• Prepare pricing and product performance reports for senior management.
• Identify business opportunities and gaps in the market to expand product offerings.
• Work closely with marketing to develop product communication and launch strategies.
• Support sales with product knowledge, pricing rationales, and commercial support.
• Coordinate with supply chain and inventory teams to ensure product availability and forecasting accuracy.
• Evaluate the financial viability of new products and pricing changes.
• Provide profitability, elasticity, and cost-impact analysis for proposed price adjustments.
• Control product-related budgets and contribute to annual business planning.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related field.
• Masters degree (MBA) is an advantage.

Experience:

• 5 - 7 years of experience in product management, pricing, or commercial roles.
• Experience in automotive, consumer electronics, retail, power products, or related industries is preferred.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle and pricing models.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent understanding of market dynamics and competitive strategy.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and ERP/CRM systems.
• Strategic thinking with strong commercial acumen.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects.