Product Specialist

Denso•Plano, TX

3d•$65,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

Entry level professional working under general direction receiving guidance or direction from others. Responsible for own work results that have impact on larger organization goals. Uses guidelines and/or procedures to determine course of action with ability to vary from established procedures. Selects the best solution based on interpretation of guidelines and/or procedures. Encounters fairly similar problems or issues. Requires knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts through education (or past work experience). Typically, 0-3 years of similar experience is required. No formal management or leadership required. Under direct supervision, works with cross-functional teams to compile and evaluate research on future product requirements and identify enhancements to current products. Helps product development team test strategies including pricing, product design, marketing, advertising, and packaging.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field and 0-3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent presentation skills
Excellent customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship as a partnership
Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to address customer issues and partner on resolutions
Good analytical skills
Excellent negotiation skills and an ability to resolve situations while making a point firmly and seeking a positive outcome for both sides
In-depth understanding and demonstrated competency in working with computer software and mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze and reconcile data

Responsibilities

Assists with managing less important assigned product line(s), including preparing and coordinating product introductions and updates. Develops knowledge of the organization’s products, services, and customers by working closely with more experienced product specialists and product managers.
Compiles and evaluates research on the market’s product requirements and identifies enhancements to current features and functionality. Meets regularly with customers to support sales efforts and gain market intelligence. Maintains database(s) of product and market information.
Collaborates with the entire product development team to test strategies including pricing, product design, marketing, advertising, catalog development and packaging.
Participates in trade shows to expand product knowledge, meet with current and potential customers and to answer questions related to assigned product(s).
Participates in the development of short and long terms sales objectives for assigned product(s). Monitors pricing, margins, FOB and profitability.
Along with product managers, develops annual written sales plans for assigned product(s). Contributes to the negotiation of the terms and conditions of supply agreements.
Assists on special projects as directed by department management.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
401K with 4% company match
Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
Bonus Program
FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Program
Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development and Ongoing Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
Volunteer opportunities
Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)