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With more than 35 years of innovation, our strong IP portfolio and unique business model ensures supply chain continuity. We deliver best-in-class technology and breakthrough solutions for focused applications in high power and mid-power general lighting, horticulture, specialty lighting and video screens. For more information, visit cree-led.com.\nJob Overview\nThis Product Manager will be responsible for the management of several product families within Cree LED’s existing and expanding portfolio of LED products. Primary responsibilities include product strategy, new product introduction, market and competitive analysis, business case development, product positioning, pricing, as well as managing and monitoring the overall product life-cycle and business plans. This position will be instrumental in executing business unit strategies in a dynamic market condition. This role will closely work with engineering, R&D, operations, sales and various cross-functional teams.\nResponsibilities\nOwnership of product life-cycle from new product concept and launch through obsolescence \nDefine, execute and maintain the product strategy, positioning and roadmap\nIdentify market needs and develop Market Requirement Documents (MRDs) and Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) for new product development with prioritized features, corresponding justification, target markets & applications, forecast and business plans\nInterface with engineering, R&D, operations and sales to develop new products or enhance existing products\nDevelop and execute a pricing strategy to meet revenue and margin targets\nWork with product marketing and corporate marketing to launch products \nLead and execute tactical actions in a timely manner on specific products to support the overall business objectives\nLead customer engagement, presentations and seminars \nBe an expert on competitor’s capabilities and product positioning in the market \nWork with sales on pricing and product specifications for special business opportunities\nReview product sales forecasts and key accounts, monitor and understand trends and align with overall business unit\nMonitor product or product line units, distribution, ASP, and revenue & margin performance against targets\nLead customer programs with early-stage prototypes and samples\nParticipate as product spokesperson with customers and various conferences and trade shows\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar technical engineering + coursework in Sales/Marketing\n5+ years of product management or product marketing experience\nSelf-motivated with strong drive to achieve business objectives\nStrong personal work ethic, sense of ownership, and a resilient can-do attitude to drive projects through completion.\nAbility to blend technical and commercial aspects to deliver a balanced approach to problems\nExcellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills\nWillingness to travel, including internationally as necessary\nLocation\nThis is an hybrid position at our Durham, North Carolina facility.\nTravel\nTravel may be required.\nCompensation & Benefits\nThe base pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position in Durham, NC is $130,000 - $160,000; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on business considerations, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. 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