Product Management Specialist Husqvarna AB

Husqvarna is the world's largest producer of lawn mowers, chainsaws and portable petrol-powered garden equipment such as trimmers and blowers.The Group is also a world leader in diamond tools and cutting equipment for the construction and stone industries.Net sales in 2008 were SEK 32.3 billion and the average number of employees was 15,700.
The turnover of the Group's Swedish operation in 2008 was more than 10 billion SEK and the average number of employees was 2,000.The main manufacturing site which produces chainsaws, clearing saws, trimmers and riders, is situated in Huskvarna.

Product Management Specialist

We are looking for a Product Management Specialist to the Product Department for the Group's petrol-powered chainsaws.

The vacancy is a temporary employment until June 30, 2010.

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 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 department processes, e.g., market research, 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 Management Specialists, and will receive challenging, independent tasks from day one.

Location
The person we are looking for will be based in Huskvarna.

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