Job description
The Managing Director oversees the creative and business operation of Samsung’s Product Innovation Team (PIT). They are responsible for driving innovation in the region and championing regional innovation opportunities to Samsung HQ in Korea.
PIT is a market-driven innovation group that supports the regional businesses across all of Samsung’s product categories. PIT develops product and solution concepts leveraging local insights with a 12-18 month commercialization timeline. The Managing Director will work with Samsung’s regional business heads, the managing directors and product managers of each local subsidiary to identify areas of opportunity.
It is then up to the Managing Director to develop successful project roadmap to target these needs. Projects will range from improving current Samsung products as well as developing new products and features that address consumer needs.
The Managing Director is responsible for developing a vision for PIT’s growth and innovation execution. They must maintain a successful process for innovation, ensuring all team members are trained in the process and execute projects with a high degree of impact.
The Managing Director is also responsible for the operational management of the team including hiring, overseeing budget and real estate needs. They will work closely with Finance, Human Resources and General/Administration to ensure PIT operates smoothly.
The Managing Director reports to the CEO of Samsung, SE Asia and Oceania.
Desired Skills and Experience
Have at least 10 years working in innovation or design
Have experience managed teams of 10+ people
Have an exceptional creative vision and mastery of innovation process
Have strong experience with primary research in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies
Able to combine business needs and savvy into innovation process to ensure relevant concepts with a commercialization plan
Have experience working with business managers and marketing teams to align projects with strategic sales goals and market messaging initiatives.
Have experience reporting to C- and E- level staff
Be willing to travel 1 week month in the region and to Korea
Understanding of Korean a plus
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