Assistant Product Manager

The Assistant Product Manager at LG Electronics Africa is responsible for monitoring tasks involved in marketing, sales, and production, with a focus on PSI management. The role supports the Product Manager in decision-making and developing strategies to promote products while ensuring the efficiency of implemented product development and marketing strategies. This position also encompasses administrative support and performance management duties to facilitate information flow between the local team, HQ, and external partners.\n\n### Responsibilities\n\nPricing & Promotional Strategy\n* Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports through detailed analysis of company targets and market activity.\n* Collaborate with the Product Manager to develop pricing models and promotional plans for Key Account Executives to win incremental floor spots and grow market share.\n* Act as the main contact for Regional Sales Managers regarding promotional pricing to target a profitable mix and increase flyer exposure.\n* Analyze sales and market trends to identify gaps and strategically target sales goals.\n\nProduct Development\n* Monitor production, shipping schedules, and logistics.\n* Prepare and execute processes for new product launches.\n* Analyze competition and support merchandising planning by monitoring market share and in-store presence through visits and market intelligence.\n* Maintain regular correspondence with the factory and HQ division to support product and marketing communications for the local team.\n* Maintain accurate and current product information in the system (Product net).\n* Provide support for Industry shows, training events, and New Product Introduction (NPI) events.\n* Support the Marketing Team in producing marketing materials, tools, and training modules.\n* Assist in Supply Chain Management by analyzing PSI by model and addressing issues.\n\nPerformance Management & Administration\n* Coordinate the flow of internal information and distribute mail and electronic communications.\n* Manage telephone enquiries and relay messages.\n* Maintain manual and computerized information filing systems and establish office procedures.\n* Greet and direct visitors to appropriate personnel.\n* Record and prepare minutes for meetings.\n* Compile data and statistics to support research activities.\n* Supervise and train office staff in procedures and software usage as required.\n* Organize conferences and related events.\n\n### Requirements\n* A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration.\n* At least 3 years of experience in sales, marketing, or product management.\n* Proven experience in driving projects and managing relationships with internal and external partners.\n* Experience in launching new products and providing direction to cross-functional teams (sales, supply chain, marketing, factory).\n* Mandatory bilingual proficiency in English and Korean.\n* Strong analytical capabilities and business acumen.\n* Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.\n* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.\n\n### How to Apply\nQualified candidates are invited to apply through the LG recruitment portal by visiting: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1165279