Epson, a $10B global leader in high-quality consumer electronics, imaging, and point of sale printing devices, is seeking an exceptional Product Manager to join our Latin America team. You will be responsible for the accurate forecasting and successful procurement of product by independently leading the development, planning, positioning and launching activities of assigned Epson product(s). Join a high-energy team with a strong manager coach that will support you to flourish and succeed! This position willbe based out of our Los Alamitos, CA office with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. At Epson, our hybrid schedule is only 6 days per month.

Principal Accountabilities

In addition to the following Epson's policies and procedures, principle accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

Product Development

Provides input into the development of product road maps for assigned product(s)
Coordinates and manages relationship with SEC to monitor product development process and makes recommendations for meeting market needs
Conducts and analyzes market information and makes recommendations

Product Management

Contributes to achieving revenue and gross profit targets for assigned areas
Establishes structured processes for a complete product launch for assigned product(s)
Works closely with Marketing Communications, Documentation, Service/Support, Logistics,SEC, and other groups to manage the product throughout its lifecycle
Makes recommendations regarding positioning and pricing of assigned product(s)
Provides recommendations for key advertising and promotions tactics for assigned product(s)
Manages end of product lifecycle and transition to minimize inventory and ensure launch timeframes are met
Serves as internal and external PR spokesperson and product champion for assigned product(s)
Supports the company at events, including sales meetings and trade shows
Supports the sales team in customer visits and presentations
Conducts competitive analysis and benchmarking and makes recommendations
Initiates and maintains relationships with industry trade groups, analysts, and publications

Relationship Management

Responsible for hiring, motivating, evaluating, developing group/department personnel
Provides coaching and mentoring to team members
Advises management and provides recommendations on personnel and problem issues (that require escalation)
Builds strong relationships with peers and Senior Managers to best meet company goals and objectives
Manages and leverages relationships with vendors for a specific product/service (best price, best product, etc.)
Maintains professional relationships with peers in other corporations and outside organizations

Department Management

Operates within budgetary constraints, participates in the development of annual budget forecasts; participates in updating and reconciling operating and budget plans as required
Develops and maintains written departmental standards and procedures
Directly contributes to development of tactical and annual operating plans, defining goals and objectives for the group

What You Will Bring

Experience at an intermediate level (5-8 years) working in scanners or document/capture processing business
Completion of an undergraduate program or equivalent experience (B.A. or B.S.)
Fluency in English and at least one of 2 languages, Spanish or Portuguese

The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $97,314 and $195,904. Please note that this position’s salary range may include multiple levels. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.