Product Manager

To develop and support new and existing business growth and profitability of the FUJIFILM Electronic Materials (FFEM) Formulated & Process Chemicals (FPC) product lines. Strongly collaborate with all functions to meet customer needs. Work with the Business Director to achieve profitable growth of the business. The key measures for success will be increased profitability and customer satisfaction from existing business and new business acquired. Additionally, development of in-depth knowledge of competitors and understanding key customers’ roadmaps are essential for this role. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Partner with Business Director in identifying, establishing, implementing and leading strategic plans for the FPC product line to improve profitability consistent with market demands and FFEM goals • Must be able to lead projects internally and externally to improve profitability. • Work directly with Business Director and sales to determine price strategy for new products and price management for existing products. Work with finance on costing and profitability analysis in support of new and existing sales. • Owns NPI (New Product Introduction) process to prepare responses to customer RFQ / RFI. • Work cross-regionally to support business needs aligned with global objectives. • Manage commercial and technical requirements of the product lines for external and internal customers. • Prepare high quality business analysis and customer-facing presentations. • Support customer product application needs directly or through global FFEM sites as necessary. • Report monthly progress of product management KPIs to meet or exceed targets. • Support change processes at key customers and internally. • Support strategic supplier development and supply assurance programs. • Supports quality and supply chain by leading and/or participating in Cl events, quality initiatives, etc. • Gathers, monitors, analyzes, administers, and shares relevant market developments • Collects and monitors customers’ development; digests and shares key messaging with appropriate parties as necessary. • Assists in development of pricing strategies based upon market intelligence and required margins. • Produces standard contracts as directed; ensures accuracy of details in each contract and contract amendment; administers contract. Performs other duties as assigned by the Business Director. Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Material Science or Chemistry Degree or equivalent. M.B.A Degree is an added advantage. • 9+ years’ product management, sales or related commercial experience in semiconductor chemicals or similar fields • Comfortable working under minimal supervision to achieve goals in a rapidly evolving environment • Proven self-starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize key objectives • Good understanding of financial concepts such as return on investment, cost of goods/services sold, profitability measures, and related concepts • Proven ability to solve complex problems and manage activities related to chemical, physical, material, and process issues. • Knowledge of statistical analysis and design of experiments (DOE) to interpret data for informed decision-making and customer presentations. • Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and other software tools to create high-quality, impactful presentations for customers and internal stakeholders. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences • Ability to work in SAP systems is and added advantage