Job Title: Product and Pricing Manager
Location: Italy (Remote)
Reports to: Head of Product & Strategy / Regional Director (as applicable)
Position Overview
Our customer is a global leading automtive company. We are seeking a results-driven Product and Pricing Manager to develop and implement pricing strategies that drive profitability and market competitiveness for two leading automotive brands. This role will play a key part in aligning pricing with corporate goals, customer expectations, and brand positioning across the European market.
Key Responsibilities
* Pricing Strategy Development
* Design and execute competitive, data-driven pricing strategies aligned with brand and business objectives.
* Market & Competitor Analysis
* Conduct regular research and analysis of the automotive market, including competitive pricing trends and customer insights, to inform pricing decisions.
* Profitability Management
* Monitor and optimize product margins. Recommend and implement pricing adjustments to ensure revenue and margin targets are met.
* Product Positioning Support
* Collaborate with sales and marketing to ensure pricing supports brand positioning and market segmentation strategies.
* Pricing Process Optimization
* Develop efficient pricing processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and consistency across regions.
* Dealer Network Collaboration
* Provide clear pricing guidance to the dealer network to ensure alignment and consistency in execution.
* KPI Tracking & Reporting
* Track pricing-related KPIs and performance metrics. Deliver actionable insights and recommendations to leadership.
* Cross-Functional Coordination
* Liaise with sales, finance, supply chain, and marketing to align on pricing strategies and ensure business-wide cohesion.
* Lifecycle Pricing Management
* Manage pricing through the product lifecycle—from launch through to end-of-life—responding to product performance and market conditions.
* Forecasting & Planning Support
* Partner with planning teams to support demand forecasting and inventory planning with effective pricing intelligence.
Qualifications & Skills
* Experience:
* Minimum 3 years in pricing, product management, or revenue management—ideally within the automotive or mobility sector.
* Industry Knowledge:
* Familiarity with the automotive market landscape, vehicle lifecycle management, and pricing methodologies.
* Analytical Skills:
* Proficient in pricing tools, Excel, and financial modelling. Able to extract insights from complex datasets.
* Business Acumen:
* Solid understanding of consumer behavior, market dynamics, and profitability levers.
* CRM & Data Tools:
* Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and pricing or data management tools.
* Project Management:
* Strong organizational and time management skills, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
* Adaptability:
* Ability to shift strategies in response to competitive changes or evolving market demands.