Position Description: Lenovo is a US $46 billion global Fortune 500 company and a leader in providing innovative consumer, commercial and enterprise technologies. Its has successfully embarked into intelligent transformation” to capitalise on the rapid growth of the internet of things (IoT) market globally, as well as the wider adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Globally, our product lines include a full range of commercial and consumer PCs, servers and workstations, and a family of mobile internet devices including tablets and smart phones. We design and build our products to bring progress to the world. Serving customers in more than 160 countries, we take our inspiration from the drive and imagination of the people who make things happen; our technology helps those who do, do better. At Lenovo we employ more than 60,000 people worldwide and our people share a common aspiration to be the very best. Whether serving our customers, working as a team or contributing to the community, we are working to build a unique company. A company that delivers unparalleled products created and supported by people with a wealth of different cultures and experiences. Our strength lies in this diversity. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurism and ownership. A workplace where people's talents can be challenged and their efforts recognised and rewarded. We employ fantastic people…come join the fun! Responsibility: Business/ Planning: • Drive initiatives to maximize mix, margin and overall product contribution to the portfolio & business • Responsible for building, implementing, & executing country’s product demand generation programs, which align to quarterly & annual financial goals • Evaluate performance against plan at appropriate interval s (e.g., daily, weekly) and instigate corrective actions to keep country on track to achieve LOB goals • Provide relevant input to the annual & quarterly planning cycles by LOB key financials (Platform Mix, Units, AUR, AUM, Rev$, Margin$) • Identify opportunity to partner with alliances to g row business Product related: • Effectively manage Product Transitions with a view to maximizing revenue & profit • Ensure accurate forecasting for relevant products; co-owner (with Sales) for country’s forecast • Effectively differentiates Lenovo offerings from competitive alternatives and creates distinct customer preference for Lenovo offerings. Knows when to bring elements of competitors' offerings or products into the equation to create the highest yielding deal for the customer and Lenovo • Determine customer needs through participation in Sales & Customer meetings. Recommend and position appropriate product to customers • Feedback competitive “price:spec” details to COE product/ pricing team to help arrive at appropriate positioning and product messaging #### Position Requirements: Technical: • Strong understanding of product life cycle management • Strong understanding of promotional programs mechanics for consumer markets Opening Information • Good understanding of corporate customer buying behavior • Good understanding of PC and Notebook products and technology • Maintains mastery of competition's offerings, strategies, and plans Non Technical: • Strong drive for results • Strong interpersonal skill & keen attention to details • Ability to manage through influence, negotiation • Strong verbal and written communication skills We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.