Category Lead - Display (B2B)

Position Summary

Create the unthinkable and #ReimagineYourFuture with Samsung, one of the most successful and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We are a dynamic business, launching an incredible number and range of new products every year. We firmly believe that our product ecosystem and portfolio of innovation set our brand apart.
We have an opportunity for you to join Samsung Australia to make a difference as our Category Lead/Head of Product in our Display team. In this role, you will leading a team of Product Managers & Operations Managers to run a fast moving and diverse portfolio.
The display team is currently addressing both the B2B and B2C ‘IT’ market places.  This role has responsibility for the local operation and P&L delivered by several categories, those being, Computer Monitor (LCD), Large Format Display (LFD), Hotel TV, LED Display, SSD Memory and PSSD Memory.
In this role, you will manage the cadence of our business operation including our financial and product forecast as well as our category business plans. Therefore, you should have strong financial acumen, a creative mind to help shape our go to market and an ability to lead an energetic team.  
This role is part of the leadership group for the display team which includes the Head of Marketing and the Heads of Sales, consequently an ability to collaborate and contribute to the running and direction of the broader business is required.
Samsung is a fast moving and ambitious organisation the successful candidate will demonstrate tenacity and a passionate approach.

Role and Responsibilities

• Leadership and development of the team.  The group are at different stages of their careers, the successful candidate needs to demonstrate an ability to bring the team together and evolve a creative and supportive environment.

• Continual management of our factory forecast for each product.  Supporting each PM to run their weekly Supply Chain Management (SCM) meetings, ensuring we correctly manage the product flow into the Australian market.

• Creation and maintenance of our product plans.  Supporting each PM to localise the product roadmap and initiatives from HQ.  We need to create compelling market stories for our products which the sales and marketing teams can use in market.

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of market dynamics and drivers.  Through detailed analysis of market share data, sell through information and customer feedback, provide insight and create tactics to continue to grow Samsung share.

• Ensure we manage our financial commitment each month.  Ensure the operational and product manager’s work with sales to deliver each months forecast.   

Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience as a Product/Category Team Lead with strong commercial acumen

• Experience within the B2B industry is highly preferable and hardware product management is a must

• Proven experience leading and mentoring teams, with the ability to drive collaboration across different divisions especially with Sales & Marketing in a global matrix organisation

• Able to demonstrate P&L management experience

• Welcome senior product/category manager looking for their next development stage in their career     

• A strong understanding of business and financial planning is essential with exceptional presentation, negotiation, influencing and selling skills

• Passionate for the products and an innovative mindset to drive growth

What sets us apart from the rest?

At the heart of our DNA is the pursuit of excellence and bringing innovation to everyone, faster than anyone. Join a talented team of energetic, passionate and hardworking people that are committed to the customer and delivering solid results. In return, we will give you the tools to help nourish your development, wellbeing and fast-track your career. When you work for Samsung Australia, you can look forward to:

• Competitive remuneration package

• Free on-site parking

• Generous employee discount across our products

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Discounts across 400+ retail partners

Join us and #ReimagineYourFuture

The nature of this role and level of responsibility may require reasonable additional hours over and above 37.5 hours per week and may also require work outside of ordinary hours.

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