Lenovo

The Lenovo Smart Collaboration Team is seeking a Product Manager to lead one of the offerings in our product line.  The role will include vendor and partner management as well as product ownership including market analysis, definition of features, product positioning, value proposition, and setting/achieving financial objectives as well as being the global face of the product to sales, customers, press, and analysts. This position will report to the Worldwide Portfolio Director.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drive end to end product management execution from concept phase to plan, development, worldwide product launch, sustaining and EOL
• Represent Smart Collaboration business unit as a member of various internal teams (located in global locations) to achieve time, cost, and product goal objectives
• Working closely with technology vendors, partners to deliver marketing leading solutions
• Create product disclosure & competitive analysis report to support successful WW launch and Go-To-Market positioning
• Identify business/industry trends in the collaboration space; scan competitive landscape; analyze market data to support Smart Collaboration financial objectives
• Work closely with technology vendors to understand technology trends, product roadmaps, as well as planning go-to-market/demand gen activities

We are open to this role being remote but candidates within east or central time zone are preferred. Our NA HQ is based in Raleigh, NC.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years Product Management experience in the hardware industry
• Familiarized with the collaboration and video conferencing ecosystem
• Proven track record working with technology partners and vendor management
• Analytical, critical thinker capable of collecting clear/concise data from multiple sources accompanied with strong business writing, product presentation skills, analytical and business math competencies, and knowledge of computer programs (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA preferred
• Partner and Vendor Management Experience across software and hardware ecosystems
• Experience engaging customers and internal sales organizations
• Strong business acumen;  including understanding financial reporting, demand planning and supply chain management
• Detail-oriented with proficient product/project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a rapidly changing work environment - balance multiple initiatives and prioritize effectively
• Superior communication skills – oral, written and presentation skills with management and peers
• Self-motivated with drive, enthusiasm, and commitment with the ability to work proactively and autonomously