Product Management Director - Canberra
Product Management Director - Canberra-CI2010-128
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CANBERRA - AREVA is seeking a Product Management Director - Health Physics based in our Meriden, CT location. This qualified individual will be responsible for the lifecycle management of Canberra's global product portfolio.
The Product Management Director(s) are responsible for the lifecycle management of CANBERRA's global product portfolio including defining the company's strategic product roadmap and marketing the resultant products. This includes establishing near-term and long-term product strategies based on an in-depth understanding of markets, applications, customers and competition; developing sound business cases; implementing cross-functional Phase/StageGate team process. Operating responsibilities include all aspects of the "4Ps" of marketing (product, price, promotion, place) - with full customer focus and customer value management principals.
Each Product Management Director is assigned a specific application/product category and supervises the activities of individual product managers working within that assigned area.
The PMD is responsible for:
1. Following defined product processes and practices for product strategy and product planning based on market and competitive analysis.
2. Managing a team of Product Managers, giving them the coaching and guidance they need to best serve the needs of their product area.
3. Work closely with the Vice President Global Marketing and other VP functions to establish the proper processes and strategy required to support the business units overall strategy and business goals.
4. Regularly monitor the performance and trends of the product lines and using that information in optimizing the product development investments. .
5. Work with PDMs in other product areas to identify synergies and sharable technologies and approaches.
6. Work closely with Sales, Marcom, Sales Support and Business Development to identify long-term strategies and product needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
- Direct the Preparation of Product Segment Roadmaps and presentation to the Management team
- Develop, maintain and operate under a meaningful product development process
- Review the performance of the individual product segments and provide feedback to the PMs on required improvements
- Provide input and direction to the PMs in the development and execution of short term and long term product strategies
- Direct the preparation and review and approval of business cases for new product development in accordance with established processes
- Collaborate with the Chief Architect Group on Business Unit Technical Strategies
- Lead the preparation and presentation of business cases and reviews for the R&D steering committee
- Lead the PM team, providing mentoring, coaching and direction. Foster full direction of product marketing per the 4 Ps. Operate with absolute focus on the customer and providing superior customer value
- New Product Priority Process
- Collaborate with other PMDs, their teams and VP GM to identify synergies and share solutions and lessons learned
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
AREVA NP is dedicated to the design and construction of nuclear power plants and research reactors, instrumentation and control, modernization and maintenance services, components manufacture and the supply of nuclear fuel.
CANBERRA, an AREVA Company, develops, delivers and supports solutions for nuclear plants, laboratories and homeland security programs throughout the world. With manufacturing and engineering centers in five countries, extensive product support and application engineering on three continents and service facilities around the globe, we deliver cost effective and localized safety and security measurement solutions for our customers' nuclear requirements.
With manufacturing facilities in 41 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO2-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. We are the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field.
Our 61,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy.
AREVA's businesses help meet the 21st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.
Our 61,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy.
AREVA's businesses help meet the 21st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.
Qualifications
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.
- Bachelor of Arts or Science university degree or equivalent
- 7+ years experience in nuclear industry and product management
- Broad understanding of the nuclear measurements market place, applications and technology required to provide complete solutions
- Strong business and marketing background working in a technical environment
- Financial skills to direct the preparation of strong business cases, establish, product budgets and tracking of spending against the budget
- Ability to lead diverse team of Product Development Managers, providing coaching and mentoring as required to achieve Business Unit Goals
- Ability to develop and implement overall business unit product strategies including tracking the reporting results
We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.
Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!
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