Operational Marketing Director APAC at Andersen Corporation

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Andersen Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Building ProductsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Science/Engineering or any business discipline is preferred
  • Minimum of 10+ years of B2B marketing experience in a leadership role in marketing, product management, or managing projects
  • Strong understanding of marketing, sales and financial concepts
  • Extensive knowledge of the specialty chemical industry and some of the downstream markets
  • Ability to inspire, focus and coach a geographically dispersed and multicultural team
  • Able to use AI tool to improve market intelligence
  • Cross-functional Collaboration - deliver effective outcomes with internal stakeholders, global functional teams and customers
  • Managing Resources

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for operational and tactical marketing (4Ps) and ensure product portfolio is aligned with specific markets and the registration and compliance of all SKUs
  • Gather information and provide guidance and recommendations for Sales, TS, Supply Chain and Operations
  • Maintain regular communication with customers to get acquainted with their needs and challenges and suggest potential solutions through the effective use of our product portfolio
  • Manage promotion and upgrading new media channels to ensure more effective communications with our customers
  • Provide market insight on competitive analysis, value chain positioning and customer segmentation to support strategic growth initiatives with Strategic Marketing
  • Facilitate macroeconomic index and market segment assumption through integrated business planning (IBP process)
  • Collaborate with Strategic Marketing and global functional teams on 5-year plan development
  • Take key responsibility on 0-2 years segmental marketing strategy development and set governance on the execution with regional leadership team
  • Assess the market potential based on the sales opportunities to replicate the success growth stories to broader markets
  • Collaborate with sales and BD team on growth pipeline building
  • Drive regional commercialization of innovative projects, measure commercialization ratio and drive for improvement; govern project selection and progression; drive project management improvement
  • Authorize the introduction of new products / SKUs via NPI process, ensure market launch efficiently and well aligned with Global team
  • Coordinate go-to-market activities by collaborating with commercial, R&D, TS/PD, supply chain and operation team
  • Maximize gross margin by product portfolio management, ensure product life cycle paired with market trend, global strategy and ensure portfolio compliance (e.g., ITC, REACH registration, labeling, etc.)
  • Work closely with purchasing to understand cost evolution, push for cost improvement; work closely with sales and supply chain on portfolio structure optimization in terms of cost, profit and inventory holding
  • Redirect resources to capitalize on emerging opportunities with regional commercial teams
  • Harvest profits while planning discontinuation
  • Lead regional pricing strategy together with global pricing team, to ensure pricing fit into business strategy and market competitiveness
  • Take agile responding to changeable market in conjunction with commercial team and 360 strategy execution leaders
  • Work on pricing battle with commercial team and track pricing performance
  • Work with global pricing function to lift regional pricing level from operational pricing to strategical pricing
  • Ensure the regional pricing process efficiency and effectiveness
  • Manage promotional activities with communication team including digital, web, webinars, exhibitions, launches, media etc
  • Support commercial team in major promotional activities including product qualification

Skills

4Ps Marketing
Competitive Analysis
Customer Segmentation
Integrated Business Planning
Strategic Planning
New Product Introduction
Go-to-Market Strategy
Product Commercialization
Product Portfolio Management
SKU Compliance
Market Insight
Value Chain Positioning

Andersen Corporation

Specializes in replacement windows and doors

About Andersen Corporation

Renewal by Andersen specializes in replacing windows and doors for homeowners looking to improve their homes. They offer a variety of styles and colors, focusing on high-quality, energy-efficient products. The process begins with a consultation where customers can use an Augmented Reality tool to visualize how different options will look in their homes. After selecting products, precise measurements are taken for a custom fit, and professional technicians handle the installation. This company stands out from competitors by providing a complete service from consultation to installation, ensuring customer satisfaction. Their goal is to enhance the aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency of homes while maintaining a strong reputation for quality, as shown by their awards.

Cottage Grove, MinnesotaHeadquarters
1995Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
VR & AR, Consumer GoodsIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Rising raw material costs could squeeze profit margins.
Labor shortages may delay project timelines and increase costs.
Emerging smart window technologies could impact market share.

Differentiation

Renewal by Andersen uses Augmented Reality for customer consultations, enhancing decision-making.
The company offers a complete service from consultation to professional installation.
Renewal by Andersen is recognized for high customer satisfaction, winning multiple J.D. Power awards.

Upsides

Increased demand for energy-efficient home improvements boosts market growth.
Expansion into Locust Grove, Georgia, with a $420 million investment enhances capacity.
Growing interest in eco-friendly materials aligns with Andersen's sustainable product offerings.

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