Product Planner

Product Management & Development (Marketing & Communications)
There are qualities which lead to success. Courage, perseverance, the ability to dream and to preserve." - Soichiro Honda At Honda Australia, our curiosity about human beings drives us to create products that deliver joy to people's lives. It is our continual pursuit of dreams, inspiring philosophy, and commitment to customers that establish the spirit of Honda. As a company built on dreams, our associates are passionate and inquisitive, and dedicated to putting the customer at the centre of everything it is we do. We produce some of Australia's most recognised cars and are backed by a huge global footprint - there really is no company like us.
Reporting to the Senior Product Planner, the Product Planner is responsible to generate insights and intelligence from market information to assist in developing strategic plans across Honda product portfolio. The Product Planner supports a range of product planning activities and lifecycle management as well as contributes to achieve AUH's financial objectives (including pricing management for allocated products).
This is a Permanent Full-Time opportunity! How you'll make an impact Support the Senior Product Planner by generating market insights and intelligence as well as coordinating external & internal stakeholders in following responsibilities:
Product Strategy Formulation - Formulate Honda Australia's Line up / volume / product strategies based on the insights from various sources of analysis, including:
Industry trend and segment movement -macro & micro perspectiveCompetitor pricing history & positioningCustomer segmentation based on demographics, socioeconomics and buying behaviour.Product Specification Development - Represent Honda Australia in global product development with responsibility to:
Negotiate with key Global/Regional Product Development stakeholders on specs/cost as well as performing profit break down calculations and multiple scenario analysis.Build model and pricing strategies as well as presenting to Honda Australia board members Honda Motors and Asian Honda Motors at key Product Development meetings.Go To Market (GTM) Process- As required, co-ordinate the GTM process for a model launch (YMC,MMC & FMC) with responsibility for:
Developing key model strategy and sharing it with internal & external stakeholders.Coordinating all the GTM milestone events with key internal stakeholders.Managing all product related GTM activities that includes but not limited to market research, spec check, specs for publication, product bulletin, coordination of event cars and review of the promotional materials.Proposal of Limited Edition (specs, volume,pricing,and positioning)Maintain efficient model and colour line-up.Implementation via an effective GTM ProcessWhat you'll bring to Honda Degree in Business, or Marketing or similar relevant experience in a related field.Strong analytical skills with ability to elicit insights from large amount of data.High level of accuracy & attention to detailsGood problem-solving skills with ability to identify core issues and formulate constructive countermeasures.Ability to develop proposals based on the insights with strong logic and deliver to stakeholders effectively.Excellent communication skills for relationship management with internal & external stakeholdersStrong time management skills with an ability to coordinate conflicting priorities.Dedication to deliver high quality output and to adhere to commitment.Some project management experience is preferred.Advanced skill level of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word is preferred.Experience in Product Planning or Finance is ideal but not mandatory. Company description:

There are qualities which lead to success. Courage, perseverance, the ability to dream and to preserve." - Soichiro Honda At Honda Australia, our curiosity about human beings drives us to create products that deliver joy to people's lives. It is our continual pursuit of dreams, inspiring philosophy, and commitment to customers that establish the spirit of Honda. As a company built on dreams, our associates are passionate and inquisitive, and dedicated to putting the customer at the centre of everything it is we do. We produce some of Australia's most recognised cars and are backed by a huge global footprint - there really is no company like us.


Job description:

Reporting to the Senior Product Planner, the Product Planner is responsible to generate insights and intelligence from market information to assist in developing strategic plans across Honda product portfolio. The Product Planner supports a range of product planning activities and lifecycle management as well as contributes to achieve AUH's financial objectives (including pricing management for allocated products).
This is a Permanent Full-Time opportunity!


Profile description:

How you'll make an impact Support the Senior Product Planner by generating market insights and intelligence as well as coordinating external & internal stakeholders in following responsibilities:
Product Strategy Formulation - Formulate Honda Australia's Line up / volume / product strategies based on the insights from various sources of analysis, including:
Industry trend and segment movement -macro & micro perspectiveCompetitor pricing history & positioningCustomer segmentation based on demographics, socioeconomics and buying behaviour.Product Specification Development - Represent Honda Australia in global product development with responsibility to:
Negotiate with key Global/Regional Product Development stakeholders on specs/cost as well as performing profit break down calculations and multiple scenario analysis.Build model and pricing strategies as well as presenting to Honda Australia board members Honda Motors and Asian Honda Motors at key Product Development meetings.Go To Market (GTM) Process- As required, co-ordinate the GTM process for a model launch (YMC,MMC & FMC) with responsibility for:
Developing key model strategy and sharing it with internal & external stakeholders.Coordinating all the GTM milestone events with key internal stakeholders.Managing all product related GTM activities that includes but not limited to market research, spec check, specs for publication, product bulletin, coordination of event cars and review of the promotional materials.Product Lifecycle Management (PLC) - Maintain strong product portfolios by managing PLC effectively, including:
Proposal of Limited Edition (specs, volume,pricing,and positioning)Building product strategies to minimise sales decay.Maintain efficient model and colour line-up.Implementation via an effective GTM ProcessWhat you'll bring to Honda Degree in Business, or Marketing or similar relevant experience in a related field.Strong analytical skills with ability to elicit insights from large amount of data.High level of accuracy & attention to detailsGood problem-solving skills with ability to identify core issues and formulate constructive countermeasures.Ability to develop proposals based on the insights with strong logic and deliver to stakeholders effectively.Excellent communication skills for relationship management with internal & external stakeholdersStrong time management skills with an ability to coordinate conflicting priorities.Dedication to deliver high quality output and to adhere to commitment.Some project management experience is preferred.Advanced skill level of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word is preferred.Experience in Product Planning or Finance is ideal but not mandatory.

We offer:

The Honda Experience Attractive lease programs - vehicles & motorcyclesProduct discounts - vehicles, motorcycles, power equipment, accessories & merchandiseFree loan program for lawn and garden equipment (Victorian Associates)Flexible Work ArrangementsPaid Parental LeaveExciting Engagement Activities - Associates Day, end of year activities & divisional offsitesEmployee Assistance Program for associates & immediate family membersWellbeing support - Wellbeing Day, Trained Mental Health First AidersCultural Flex Days - substitute two public holidaysAccess to professional development coursesOnsite Gym (Head Office)Free parkingWhy work for Honda? At Honda, Respect for the Individual is the fundamental belief in the uniqueness of all human beings. We strive to nurture and promote each other's capacity to think, reason and create. At Honda, we understand that each individual has something to contribute to our success.
Honda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support our Employees in an open, inclusive environment and give each individual the opportunity to realise their dreams. When you join Honda, you'll be part of a passionate, diverse group who truly enjoy what we do! That's the Honda way.
Experience The Power of Dreams for yourself! Applicants must satisfactorily complete a National Criminal Records check to undertake this role.
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