[Introduction of ZEISS Group & ZEISS Korea]

The ZEISS group is a Global Leader in Optical Technology with a history of over 175 years. The ZEISS Group, headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany, provides innovative solutions across various fields, including semiconductor technology, industrial quality and research, medical technology and consumer optical technology. Founded by Carl Zeiss in 1846, the ZEISS group was built on the entrepreneurial spirit of “combining theory and practice”, has established itself as a pioneer in the field of optics through ceaseless exploration and innovation.

ZEISS Korea has played a key role in the Korean market for the past 39 years. Korea is one of ZEISS’s top five global sales markets, providing products and services across five business areas:

• Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

• Industrial Quality Solutions

• Research Microscopy Solutions

• Medical Technology

• Vision Care (Consumer Markets)

▪ Job Title: Lens Product Manager

▪ Contract: Fixed-term contract (1yr)

▪ Location: Seoul

Key Responsibilities & Role (R&R):

1. Product Development & Strategy

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept to launch, ensuring products meet customer needs and align with business objectives.
• Develop and implement product strategies, including market positioning, product lifecycle management, and pricing strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams (Sales, Commercial Excellence, Operations) to drive product innovation and ensure successful market entry.
• Conduct competitive analysis and monitor market trends to inform product development and positioning.

2. Product Launch & Marketing

• Coordinate product launches, including the creation of marketing materials, sales tools, and training programs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to design and execute integrated marketing campaigns to drive product awareness and adoption.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for product performance, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.

3. Customer & Market Insights

• Gather customer feedback and analyze market data to understand customer needs, preferences, and pain points.
• Conduct market research, surveys, and focus groups to inform product enhancements and new product ideas.
• Utilize customer insights to continuously improve product offerings and user experience.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Serve as the product expert and point of contact for internal teams, ensuring alignment across departments on product goals and messaging.
• Work closely with the sales team to ensure proper product training and support, driving product adoption and revenue growth.
• Collaborate with the supply chain and operations teams to ensure product availability and efficient distribution.

5. Product Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to end-of-life, ensuring timely updates, improvements, and discontinuation of products as necessary.
• Continuously monitor product performance and make data-driven decisions to improve and optimize product offerings.
• Manage product backlogs, prioritize features, and guide product development teams through product updates.

6. Budget & Resource Management

• Develop and manage product budgets, ensuring projects stay within financial parameters and resources are allocated efficiently.
• Monitor and evaluate the financial performance of products, adjusting strategies to achieve business goals.

Qualifications:

▪ Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA is a plus.

▪ Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of product management experience, preferably in the healthcare, medical devices, or consumer goods industry.

▪ Skills:

• Strong product management experience with a proven ability to manage the product lifecycle.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Analytical mindset with a strong ability to interpret market data and customer insights.

• Proficiency in product management and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana, MS Project).

▪ Attributes: Strategic thinker, self-motivated, innovative, and capable of driving product development in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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