Company Description
The Siemens Industry Sector is the leading global supplier of production, transportation, building and lighting technologies. With integrated automation technologies as well as comprehensive industry-specific solutions, Siemens increases the productivity, efficiency and flexibility of its customers in the fields of industry and infrastructure. The Sector consists of six Divisions: Building Technologies, Drive Technologies, Industry Automation, Industry Solutions, Mobility and Osram. With around 222,000 employees worldwide and around 33,000 employees in the U.S., Siemens Industry posted a profit of EUR3.86 billion with revenues totaling EUR38 billion in fiscal year 2008 (September 30). www.siemens.com/industry
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.
Job Description
Primary role consists of the product lifecyle management of switchboards and power panel products for the Systems PLM of the Building Technologies, Low Voltage Business Unit (BT-LV). The suitable candidate will have the demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and execute business plans, product development & enhancement activities, and support activities in alignment with the sales, profit, and market share goals for BT-LV in the United States.
The candidate must have knowledge of general business functions, including: marketing, manufacturing, finance (EBIT, EVA, project evaluation, LoA process), product development, engineering and global business issues. Must possess demonstrated ability to establish cooperation across multiple work groups for a common cause, lead a team of colleagues on specific projects, and create detailed & documented business plans in support of product development activities. BT-LV functions to drive value into market; must have demonstrated ability to drive cooperation and integration with PLM groups to ensure product roadmaps are aligned with overall market needs and future growth opportunities. The capability to rationalize, integrate, and market multiple products with multiple platforms is key. Candidate will be expected to have experience in developing product configuration strategy for product line enhancements.
The candidate must be familiar with technological trends, market requirements, customer requirements and customer needs in the NAFTA markets while also recognizing market and segment trends. Product configuration, and marketing of product configuration software, are preferred qualifications.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Identify new business opportunities and under developed market segments that align with BU strategy
• Anticipate market innovations by identifying and collaborating with lead customers
• Create and maintain product portfolio strategy
• Support product development activities aimed at market share, sales, and profit growth.
• Development and management of Formal Marketing Plans for BTLV portfolio
• Development of collateral and sales tools for BT-LV Products and Initiatives
• Document market and competitive demands and trends
• Interface with and advise business unit personnel on market performance (forecasting), technical training, and market trends
Specific Knowledge Requirements Include:
-Understanding of UL/NEMA/IEC Standards
-Integration of Molded Case Circuit Breakers into panelboard and switchboard products
-Knowledge of the electrical distribution sales channel
-SAP operating system knowledge (preferred)
-Microsoft Web development tools (sharepoint, CMS, DMS)
Ideal candidate will: possess a drive for innovation, handle change extremely well, think customer, and have a high personal standard for success.
