About midea americamidea america corp. is a u.s. subsidiary within midea group, the fortune 500 giant known for making life easier for millions around the globe. As the world’s top maker of home appliances, midea is proud of its 166,000+ employees and presence in 200+ countries, including here in the u.s.headquartered in parsippany, n.j., with an innovation hub in louisville, kentucky, midea america provides practical innovations that surprise and delight, creating moments to cherish at home.midea's lineup of appliances - from refrigerators to air conditioners, laundry solutions and floor care - are high quality, reliable, and affordable. By thoughtfully engineering performance, convenience, and design into every product, midea delivers on the promise of every appliance.as a jr product manager at midea, your role involves supporting the product management team such as product development and marketing. This includes market research to identify customer needs and preferences, assisting in the development of product strategies, analyzing competitor products and pricing, coordinating with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, and marketing, and assisting in product documentation and marketing materials. Additionally, you may be involved in tracking product performance metrics and gathering feedback from customers to continuously improve products. Overall, your role is crucial in helping midea bring innovative and successful products to market.responsibilities and objectives• market research: conducting market research to understand customer needs, preferences, and trends. This involves analyzing market data, customer feedback, and competitor products to identify opportunities for new products or product improvements. • product development support: assisting the product management team in the development of new products or product enhancements. This may involve participating in brainstorming sessions, contributing ideas, and helping to define product requirements. • cross-functional collaboration: collaborating with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, manufacturing, and marketing to ensure the successful development and launch of products. May include coordinating meetings, communicating project updates, and addressing any challenge that arise during the product development process. • product documentation: helping to create and maintain product documentation, including specifications, user manuals, and marketing materials. This involves working closely with technical teams to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation that effectively communicates the value proposition of the product to customers. • product launch support: assisting in the planning and execution of product launches, including coordinating with marketing teams on promotional activities, preparing sales enablement materials, and supporting customer training initiatives. • performance analysis: monitoring and analyzing product performance metrics, such as sales data, customer feedback, and market share by identifying key performance indicators and using data analysis tools to track and report on product performance over time. • customer feedback: gathering feedback from customers through surveys, interviews, and other feedback mechanisms to understand their satisfaction with existing products and identify opportunities for improvement. • continuous improvement: contributing ideas and suggestions for product improvements and optimizations based on customer feedback, market trends, and competitive analysis. • risk management: identifying and mitigating risks that may impact the success of the product, such as technical challenges, market shifts, or competitive threats. • travel requirements: involves frequent travel for work, often requiring trips on weekdays. Travel may include visiting client sites, attending conferences, delivering presentations, and conducting training sessions. • among other duties as assigned.experience & background • 3+ years of experience as a jr product manager or a related position. • knowledge of sales and product management skills, preferably within home appliance industry. • field experiences desirable and availability to travel degree and language ç• bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, marketing, finance, or a related field. • advanced english. Knowledge, skills, abilities • product knowledge: deep understanding of the products offered by midea, including their features, functionality, and competitive positioning. You should be able to articulate the value proposition of midea products compared to competitors. • market understanding: knowledge of the markets in which midea operates, including customer demographics, preferences, and purchasing behaviors. Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements that may impact midea's product offerings. • technical aptitude: basic understanding of technical concepts related to midea's products, such as engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and product design considerations. This will help you communicate effectively with engineering and design teams during the product development process. • business fundamentals: familiarity with basic business concepts such as revenue, profit margins, market share, and return on investment. Understand the financial implications of product decisions and strategies. • project management: knowledge of project management principles and methodologies to effectively coordinate cross-functional teams and manage product development timelines and budgets. • marketing and sales: understanding of marketing and sales principles, including branding, positioning, pricing strategies, and distribution channels. Collaborate with marketing teams to develop effective product launch plans and promotional campaigns. • customer focus: ability to empathize with customers and understand their needs, preferences, and pain points. Gather and analyze customer feedback to drive product improvements and enhancements. • communication skills: strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for conveying ideas, presenting product plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. • analytical skills: proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques to interpret market data, sales metrics, and customer feedback. Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and recommendations for product strategy. • adaptability: stay flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and market conditions. Be open to learning new skills and embracing change as needed to drive product success. Personal traits • curiosity: a strong desire to learn and understand how products are developed, marketed, and sold. Curiosity drives you to ask questions, seek out new information, and stay updated on industry trends and best practices. • problem-solving skills: the ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop creative solutions must be adept at finding innovative ways to address them. • collaborative nature: work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales. Involve effective communication, active listening, and the ability to work well with diverse personalities and perspectives. • attention to detail: the ability to pay close attention to small details while also keeping sight of the big picture. Must ensure that product requirements are accurately documented, specifications are met, and quality standards are maintained throughout the development process. • customer empathy: a deep understanding of customer needs, preferences, and pain points. Empathy allows you to view products from the customer's perspective and advocate for features and improvements that enhance the user experience and address customer concerns. • drive for results: a results-oriented mindset focused on achieving goals and delivering high-quality products that meet customer needs and drive business growth. Should be motivated by measurable outcomes and continuously strive for excellence in their work. • passion for innovation: a genuine passion for innovation and a desire to push the boundaries of what's possible by exploring new ideas, experimenting with new technologies, and delivering products that delight customers and differentiate midea in the marketplace. • self-motivated and comfortable in dynamic, fast-moving organization: demonstrates initiative and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment, ensuring consistent performance and responsiveness to evolving demands.