Reporting to: VP, Research and Procurement
The Role:
The New Product Introduction Manager will lead and manage the launch of new Sun King products globally. The role will involve both planning and execution of new product pilots and launches across multiple geographies whilst working closely with cross-functional teams. Greenlight Planet offers numerous opportunities to our staff to grow professionally. This role will have exposure to all of the company’s core departments and regularly interact with Greenlighters across all levels, from field sales executives to heads of departments. We are looking for a strong performer who is innovative by nature, entrepreneurial and excited for the opportunity to progress in a high-growth business.
Key responsibilities for the role include:
Develop full-scale comprehensive product launch plans with clearly defined scope, tasks, key results, timelines and resource requirements
Closely monitor and share reports on the progress of product launches with the relevant stakeholders
Support cross-functional teams in the timely execution of new product launches
Effectively manage issues and risks associated with product pitching and launches.
Work closely with the Marketing team to collect feedback on products from the customers and sales teams
Closely monitor product lifecycles and provide input on overall performance of the product portfolio and new product enhancements.
The ideal New Product Introduction Manager has:
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Sciences from a Premier institution. Certification in Project Management is an added advantage.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills; with an innate ability to work with various stakeholders across multiple geographies
At least 5 years’ cumulative work experience in a Project Manager/Project Coordinator role within a multinational setting
Strong presentation, reporting and communication skills, both written and verbal
The ability to work independently, with limited day to day supervision to achieve established goals.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
The ability to deliver top quality work within strict timelines
We are looking for someone who is driven, passionate and excited about the opportunity to bring honest, affordable, energy to homes in Africa and Asia. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
Greenlight Planet offers a competitive salary, a fun, supportive work environment and opportunities for continued professional growth within a fast-growing global enterprise.
Greenlight Planet believes in equal opportunity for all people, everywhere. It is the reason we exist! So, regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/Aids status, disability or any other protected characteristic as established by law, we will accept your application and make a decision based on your suitability for the position.