Director, Product Planning

4 weeks ago


San Jose California, United States Western Digital Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Product Planning to join our team. As the Director of Product Planning, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning and execution of our product portfolio. This role requires strong leadership skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. The ideal candidate will have a background in storage technologies, with HDD experience being a plus.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute the product strategy in alignment with company goals and market demands.

Identify and evaluate return on investment (ROI) for new product initiatives, and justify resource allocation based on potential business impact.

Define customer benefits and product positioning, including competitive analysis and differentiation strategies.

Collaborate closely with engineering teams to define product features based on available technology and market requirements.

Develop customer engagement strategies to drive product adoption and satisfaction.

Position our products against competitive offerings, highlighting key advantages and benefits.

Lead quarterly product roadmap alignment meetings with engineering teams, setting agendas and ensuring actionable outcomes.

Oversee the product planning process from ideation to execution, ensuring smooth handoffs to product execution teams.

Work with engineering and procurement to establish initial and target costs, and develop action plans to meet cost objectives.

Proactively identify risks and issues, and develop mitigation plans to address them.

Resolve customer and technology alignment issues as they arise, adjusting strategies accordingly.

Collaborate effectively with stakeholders with differing viewpoints to reach consensus and drive win-win solutions.

Thrive in an environment of uncertainty, demonstrating adaptability and a willingness to learn and innovate.



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