Sr. Manager, Retail Go-to-Market Strategy

Position Summary

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, N.J., Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances and enterprise solutions. From our humble beginnings to our position today as a tech leader, our passion for innovation has been the common thread throughout our history. We’ve grown into one of THE most recognized global brands. We consider ourselves “relentless pioneers” that push boundaries and defy barriers. The company pushes beyond the limits of today’s technology to provide groundbreaking connected experiences across its large portfolio of products and services, including mobile devices, home appliances, home entertainment, 5G networks, and digital displays. As EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Corporate Commitment Partner, SEA is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment through its eco-conscious products, practices, and operations.

People | Excellence | Change | Integrity | Co-prosperity

Division Overview

The Samsung Electronics America Retail Division is a growing and best-in-class organization within Samsung worldwide. We continue to challenge the existing retail models and processes to make this team the home for talented, driven, and creative professionals, who want to be on the front lines of consumer electronics sales. Our team relishes the opportunity to push Samsung’s retail capabilities to be the new paradigm for consumer engagement. With our partnerships with the top consumer electronics retailers and its own experiential sites, the SEA Retail Division is delivering a consumer experience to maximize both sales and consumer satisfaction.

If you are an individual who looks forward to finding opportunity in the challenges of building the best and most effective retail experience, then Samsung Electronics America’s Retail Division has a fulfilling home and work family for you.

Role and Responsibilities

Role & Responsibilities

This leader has the overall responsibility for strategic development and program management for Retail Go-to Market Activities.  You will oversee the planning, execution and evaluation of product launches. You will be responsible for the strategic vision and blueprint development; stakeholder management; project planning including milestone management; and risk and issue management.

Reports to the Director, GTM Strategy & Planning, based at our Plano, TX office.

Position Objective

• Be the strategic partner for assigned product category to shape and drive the GTM strategy for launches, including goal setting and measurement, and identification of gaps and opportunities to focus
• Develop the go-to-market strategy for assigned product category in conjunction with Product and Suwon
• Ensure the successful implementation of program strategy, objectives, targets, and deliverables
• Adopt changes to address changing market conditions and evolving business
• Strong Work closely with product and retail leadership as well as Suwon on project deliverables
• Establish frameworks and standards for Program and Project Management
• Manage and/or compile Program related financial and KPI information
• Ensure cross-program dependencies are managed and the dependency log is accurately maintained
• Build cohesion within the team and motivate team to produce quality work
• Define and embed project control and governance
• Provide Project planning, Milestone management, Scope management, Financial Management; Change Management across the project portfolio
• Data interpretation (assessing key change drivers)
• Preparing C-level slides communicating findings in a succinct and visual manner
• Lead a visible and a high-performing team
• Communicate regularly and closely with HQ, Head of Departments and Business Managers regarding information related to products as required to ensure effective and timely support
• Works closely with Retail, Product and Marketing  functions to ensure division strategy and plans are effectively implemented and reviewed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Product, Online, Sales or Marketing Management experience.
• Proven ability to successfully bring products to market and providing strategic guidance and operational oversight to GTM Strategy
• Ability to communicate effectively and craft compelling narratives to influence business and tactical stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, includ