Product Manager - Color LED's

Job Summary:

Overview

Luminus Devices is the worldwide leader in ultra-high power and brightness LEDs. Since the initial launch of the first LED based projection TV in 2006, Luminus’ PhlatLight™ LEDs have revolutionized the micro-display projection market. Now, Luminus is expanding its product offerings into wider markets.

 

The Product Line Manager is responsible for managing a product line of LEDs based on PhlatLight™ technology. The scope ranges from determining initial product requirements, initiating and guiding the New Product Introduction process, to change and EOL management. The primary responsibility is to drive the introduction of a multitude of new products into a rapidly changing marketplace.

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

§ Excellent knowledge of LED technology, markets and applications

§ Ability to translate customer requirements into product requirements and specifications

§ Effectively communicate with all parts of the Luminus organization and customers

§ Manage complex product introduction projects on tight timelines considering key customer needs and launch schedules

§ Possess energetic personality with quick problem solving ability

Principle Activities

§ Develop and maintain detailed product requirements for LED products

§ Analyze competitive products, understand and communicate product positioning relative to competition

§ Initiate New Product Introduction, and guide NPI process through all phases

§ Coordinate sampling activities through all phases of product lifecycle

§ Manage customer notification and approval for product changes, as well as EOL

§ Handle product related RMA issues, and communicate FA results

§ Analyze cost and market pricing to recommend ASP, initiate and guide cost reduction initiatives

§ Create and maintain all collateral materials, including data sheets, applications notes, product overviews

§ Determine product support requirements, including reference designs for optics, thermal and drivers

§ Communicate with key customers to understand product requirements, and determine and negotiate specifications. Support sales with communicating of the value proposition and product information

 

 

Minimum Qualification Required: (when qualifications include education or equivalent, define equivalent)

Requirements

§ 5+ years product management experience in LED industry

§ Deep understanding of LED technology and applications

§ Solid team player with get-it-done attitude, independent and self-motivated

§ Excellent written and oral communication skills

§ Willingness to travel (