Product Manager (m/f/d) Kitchen DACH – limited for 12 months Hamburg 2024-205296 Are you looking for a new opportunity that offers meaningful work with true purpose? We would love to welcome you to our multinational team! Your growth is our growth. We invest in your future by enhancing your skills and abilities through training opportunities and interesting challenges. At Panasonic, we believe in the power of collaboration – only together can we continue to expand our innovative edge and exceed our customers’ expectations. We are a powerful brand with a rich company culture, based on our 7 principles. It's not just about what we do, but how we do it. To fulfil our social responsibilities, we will continue to do what we have done for over 100 years – to enrich people’s lives at home and at work, and move society forward. WHAT WE OFFER * A challenging strategic role where you can actively contribute to the company's success and take on responsibility * International work environment * Variety of training and development opportunities * Attractive remuneration package, social, fitness & health benefits * 30 days of vacation * Flexible working hours * Generous mobile working option * High Work-Life Balance * Transportation allowance, e-bike leasing and special discounts on Panasonic products WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * You will support our sales team by working closely with the local sales teams to create, manage and maintain a sales plan by channel and model. * You will identify technology trends and end user requirements. With this information, you will drive the development and implementation of merchandising strategies and support our business expansion. * Working closely with the DACH team, you will initiate and propose market and customer-focused products and technologies based on market and consumer research / facts and contribute to the development of new products. * You will keep our internal stakeholders and business partners informed by presenting product and marketing strategies. * You will also be responsible for planning, executing, creating and implementing an annual business plan. You will manage the PSI, KPI and P/L controls and ensure the effective execution of the product life cycle. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR * You have a degree with a focus on business administration, marketing or a comparable focus. * You can demonstrate at least 3 years of professional experience as a product manager (m/f/d) or a track record in product marketing. * You have strong numerical and analytical skills, as well as exceptional negotiation skills. * You have a willingness to travel due to required occasional travel. * You are creative, have a far-sighted approach and a high affinity for kitchen appliances. * Very good knowledge of German and English and the ability to work in a team round off your profile. ABOUT US Panasonic is one of the largest and leading electronic product manufacturers in the world. The depth and variety of our research capabilities, manufacturing expertise, high quality and sophisticated products have remained strong since 1918. Our mission is to create the Panasonic business of "tomorrow." By integrating business, technology, and creativity, we will realize ideal lifestyles and societies, solving social issues globally. Learn more about Sustainability at Panasonic. The satisfaction of our employees is very important to us. Therefore, we pay attention to a positive corporate culture in the sense of ourcorporate philosophy. Please find here more information about Panasonic as an employer. Apply Fairness and equality are in our DNA. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where people feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We want to ensure that our people are respected for who they are as individuals, valued for what they do and celebrated for their contribution to our business and our community. We are committed to promoting inclusion for the success of our business. Panasonic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability, or any other characteristics. YOUR CONTACT TO HR Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Alicia Ahrens-Ochs Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg