Product Management Specialist

Product Management Specialist

Electrolux Outdoor Products is a world-leading producer of forestry, park and garden products as well as of certain equipment for the construction and stone industry.The sector comprises mainly high-performance chainsaws, trimmers, clearing saws, turf-care equipment, power cutters and diamond tools.In 2005 Electrolux Outdoor Products had total sales of approximately SEK 28 billion and about 11,500 employees.

The Swedish operations are located in Huskvarna, where approximately 1800 employees work in the areas of marketing, high-technology research, product development and production.Products are marketed, sold and distributed in more than 100 countries worldwide through different distribution channels such as our sales companies, independent distributors, dealers and Key Account Customers.Well-known brands are Husqvarna, Jonsered, Partner, Dimas, McCulloch and Flymo.

We are looking for a Product Management Specialist to the Product Department for Husqvarna and Jonsered chainsaws.

Position Description
The Product Management Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of the product management cycle for one or more products: from market research and product specification over pricing and product marketing to monitoring supply precision and product quality.
Key to success in the position is to take full business responsibility for the product (top line and bottom line), and to interface smoothly with sales companies all over the world as well as with R&D, manufacturing, service, and marketing.In addition, the Product Management Specialist may get responsibility for one or two processes, e.g., product marketing, depending on skill profile and interests.

Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants should hold a university degree in engineering or business administration.Good communication skills, a passion for products, strong drive, and excellent interpersonal skills are required for success.The applicant will join a motivated team of experienced product and product marketing specialists, and will receive challenging, independent tasks from day one.

Location and Contact person
The person we are looking for will be based in Huskvarna.
Application
If you are interested in this position and you fulfill the requirement above please go to our homepage www.husqvarna.com and apply via the "ANSÖK ONLINE"-button before 2006-03-29.