Product Development Specialist (John Deere)

As part of Quality Tractor Parts Ltd. strategic growth and expansion plan a New Product Development Specialist of John Deere is required. This is a full-time permanent role with a competitive salary based on experience. You will report to Head of Supply Chain. 

Duties

• Develop new products and services intended to assist in strategic planning.
• Gathering and analysing market research data.
• Monitor market trends and information collected by sales team to identify potential products for the development of new portfolio, and the restructuring of existing products.
• Take new and modified commercial lines products from concept to implementation across all lines of business for the target market.
• Remain current on market trends, product positioning, successes and competition and recommend appropriate actions based on analysis.
• Provide regular feedback on product requirements for foreign markets, including product specifications functionality, pricing, and translation needs.
• Prepare and execute local product launches and report on expectations of market size, market uptake, market share and expected budgeted sales.
• Define product promotion and positioning for defined segments.
• Produce financial analyses, projections, based on these proposed solutions.
• Define customer segmentation and target groups.
• Assess customer needs and requirements for defined segments and target accordingly.

Candidate Profile

• Agri Machinery market knowledge a distinct advantage.
• Project Management experience with an ability to establish credibility and rapport with all stakeholders.
• Degree level with focus on Mechanical Engineering, Business administration or NPD
• Familiarity with all aspects of product development for John Deere and launches
• 2-4 years’ experience in New Product Development