Sr Specialist Product

Under the general guidance of leadership – Senior Specialist, executes on the Company's Global Product Strategy and leads the development of more complex products. Leads in the development and implementation of global portfolio/product development plans by independently gathering information and providing key review at various points in the planning process, develops analyses of pricing, cost, and competitor information, develops options for products and packaging, and ensures the accurate, consistent communication of information to leadership, and to key partners across the organization including Region representatives. Independently generates and evaluates solutions to address timeline issues as they arise and provides recommendations. Senior Specialist is responsible for independently leading and developing cross-category mid to long term Global Product Innovation plans as part of Global Product Management. Identifies, evaluates, and prioritizes new product opportunities leveraging extensive understanding and analysis of product portfolio health, financial KPIs, market trends, consumer needs, and competitive gaps, as well as desired product innovation cadences and Regional/Market nuances. Drives and develops multifunctional cross-functional collaboration with category leads and innovation teams, including R&D, CIA, and PIR, to ensure product pipeline is sufficient to meet portfolio needs and category goals. Communicates Product Innovation Plans with multifunctional partners to align innovation efforts and category road maps.

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