Management Trainee
Ashirvad by aliaxis · Bengaluru South, Karnataka, India
- On site
- Full-time
- ₹400,000 / year
- Bengaluru South, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Manage product category for growth.
- End-to-end product portfolio management.
- Develop category plans and roadmaps.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Analyze markets and competitors.
About the role
Role Summary
Accountable for managing the assigned product category (plumbing/sanitary/drainage/agriculture) and delivering top and bottom-line growth for the category. Responsible for end-to-end management of the existing portfolio, defining value propositions, and developing a category plan, including an innovation roadmap. Working in close coordination with the NPD, R&D, Brand marketing, Sales and Production teams.
Roles And Responsibility
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for end-to-end management of products and services in assigned portfolio: range management (no. of SKU’s, extensions), packaging, inputs on pricing, technical product literature preparation etc.
- Track sales and margin growth trends of category and propose corrective actions
- Define value propositions of the category dependent on the end users
- Build a category plan, including an innovation roadmap, translating customer needs into requirements for innovation (products & services)
- Conduct market assessment to confirm market potential and develop business cases (integrated product definition, financials) for new products
- Work closely together with R&D and production to prepare product launch strategy (introduction pricing, roll out pilots, follow up with supply chain, production issues) and implement the same going forward
- Devise promotional strategies for products in own category and ensure execution through close collaboration with the sales and branding teams, covering areas of merchandising, POS Communication, Technical documentation for catalogues/ websites, exhibition participation etc.
- Gather information on market trends and competitor product range / sale prices / distribution channels / market shares, assess competitor strategies for existing products and identify potential opportunities & threats within own category, prepare periodical reports for comparison
- Carry out market visits to attain a better understanding of the current product positioning and perception, customer satisfaction levels, identify latent customer needs and competitive environment
- Actively participate in trade conferences and exhibitions to stay abreast of industry trends
- Recommend new geographies, collaborations & channels in the category to achieve sustainable profitable growth.
Educational Qualification
MBA (mandatory) & Engineering (preferred)
Years/type Of Experience
1-2 years of industry experience.
Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Experience in NPD & stage gate process
- Understanding of the building material and/or sanitary market segments
- Proven track record in managing a product portfolio and category planning
- Business acumen combined with technical knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, plus a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to build relationships
Key skills/competency
- Category Management
- Product Portfolio Management
- New Product Development (NPD)
- Market Assessment
- Business Case Development
- Product Launch Strategy
- Promotional Strategy
- Market Trend Analysis
- Competitor Analysis
- Relationship Building
Skills & topics
- Management Trainee
- Category Management
- Product Management
- Brand Management
- Sales Growth
- Marketing Strategy
- NPD
- R&D
- Business Development
- Market Analysis
- MBA
- Engineering
- Plumbing
- Sanitary
- Drainage
- Agriculture
- Building Materials
- New Product Development
- Stage-gate Process
- Portfolio Management
- Promotional Strategy
- Market Research
- Competitor Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight MBA, engineering background, and 1-2 years of industry experience relevant to Ashirvad by Aliaxis's product categories.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize experience in NPD, category planning, and market analysis.
- Demonstrate business acumen: Provide examples of driving sales and margin growth.
- Research Ashirvad by Aliaxis: Understand their product offerings and market position in plumbing/sanitary/drainage/agriculture.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss category strategy and market assessment experience.
Technical preparation
Familiarize with NPD and stage-gate processes.,Understand building material/sanitary markets.,Practice product portfolio management exercises.,Prepare case studies on market assessment.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you managed a product portfolio.,How would you develop a category plan?,Share an experience driving sales growth.,How do you handle cross-functional collaboration?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus for a Management Trainee at Ashirvad by Aliaxis?
- The primary focus for a Management Trainee at Ashirvad by Aliaxis is to manage an assigned product category, driving top and bottom-line growth through end-to-end portfolio management, category planning, and innovation roadmaps, while collaborating with various departments like NPD, R&D, Marketing, Sales, and Production.
- What educational background is required for the Management Trainee position at Ashirvad by Aliaxis?
- A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is mandatory for the Management Trainee position. An Engineering background is preferred.
- What type of experience is beneficial for this Management Trainee role?
- The Management Trainee role requires 1-2 years of industry experience. Experience in New Product Development (NPD) and stage-gate processes, understanding of the building material or sanitary market segments, and a proven track record in product portfolio management and category planning are highly beneficial.
- How does Ashirvad by Aliaxis approach product innovation for its Management Trainees?
- Ashirvad by Aliaxis encourages Management Trainees to build an innovation roadmap for their category, translating customer needs into requirements for new products and services. This involves conducting market assessments and developing business cases for innovation.
- What are the key collaboration areas for a Management Trainee at Ashirvad by Aliaxis?
- Management Trainees at Ashirvad by Aliaxis work closely with NPD, R&D, Brand Marketing, Sales, and Production teams. They also collaborate with sales and branding teams for promotional strategies and with supply chain and production for product launches.
- How can I demonstrate my market understanding as a Management Trainee candidate for Ashirvad by Aliaxis?
- You can demonstrate market understanding by highlighting any experience you have in conducting market assessments, analyzing market trends, competitor product ranges, sales prices, distribution channels, and market shares. Mentioning any market visits or participation in trade conferences is also valuable.
- What kind of technical skills are important for this Management Trainee role?
- Key technical skills include experience with NPD and the stage-gate process, understanding of the building material and/or sanitary market segments, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Business acumen combined with technical knowledge is also crucial.