Product planner Wheel Loader

The Loader Product Planning Department in Eskilstuna is looking for a (m/f) Product Planner Wheel Loader The Loader Product Planning department is responsible for the planning of future products and offers related to Volvo Wheel Loaders to secure a leading position in customer satisfaction. This includes the planning of new kinds of products for a wide range of uses and applications. In addition to the main responsibilities outlined below you will also support the overall development and efficiency of product planning department. Key responsibilities: Present the voice of the customer inside the company and into our future product strategies Coordinate and prioritize market and business needs for future Wheel Loader planning Act as market sub-project leader in early phases of development projects Market research projects for identification, quantification and forecast of customer requirements Analysis of market evolutions and changes in the competitive positioning as well as the market research necessary to support these activities Identifying new business opportunities and develop decision document Technical evaluation of competitors Regular contact with Volvo dealers throughout the world Close interaction with R&D and Global Marketing Target setting for new projects In this position you will report to the Director Product Planning Loaders. The location of this position is Eskilstuna, Sweden. Experience and qualifications: University degree in Engineering and/or Marketing Good understanding of International and Asian markets is a benefit Minimum of five years relevant industry experience with a good technical understanding of construction machinery or similar Understanding of various customer applications and segments Good communication skills and an ability to interact with people on all levels Ability to work unsupervised in an analytical and structured manner Good skills in written and spoken English Travel required We are looking forward to receiving your application.