Description
To develop and introduce new products (tire) into the market according to the requirement books and meet the end consumer expectations from the project start up together with the other project team members until the introduction of the new product in the market. This includes;
• Taking over responsibilities for product lines.
• Workpackages in running development projects incl. ensuring the defined targets e.g. product performance, costs or timing.
• Further development of existing product lines on demand of internal / external customers.
• Introduction of new products into production, in close cooperation with other departments.
• Set up and evaluation of necessary tire tests.
• Documentation and presentation of new products / results.
• Discussion of new developments within R&D (networking).
• “Translate” Market & Customer requirements into requirement books for the product development.
• Analyse the market to understand the technical requirements for the product, e.g through competitor analysis, market field trips etc
• Taking over the project leadership for the development of new products.
• Setting up the structure to develop new products incl.: team members; target competitors; technical requirement book; development strategy
• Coordination and administration of project work
• Planning, administration and steering of the project results concerning quality, timing and costs.
• Continuous coordination with the management (steering committee), at least at the project milestones.
• Support the marketing activities, which are necessary for the product launch.
• Support/set up technical product fact books and presentations for e.g. product launch events of the particular tire lines
• Introduction of new products in the market that are developed according to either requirement books and the end consumer needs
The project leader has also product responsibility for active running products; this means the continuous observation of the produce-ability, the product performance and responding on occurring problems and is responsible for continuous improvement when necessary.
Worldwide networking between central R&D and Marketing in Asia-Pacific and all involved international markets would require good skills in working in an international environment
Qualifications
• University graduate (Bachelor) in Engineering or Science field
• Willingness to travel and stay abroad (3-6 moths) for training purposes
• Work experience (less than 3 years) especially abroad or in an international environment is highly welcomed
• Capable of team work, self-driven work approach
• Excellent English command. Other Asian languages would be useful Apply now Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2018, Continental generated preliminary sales of around €44.4 billion and currently employs around 244,000 people in 61 countries and markets.
The Business Area Tires offers the perfect tires for a wide range of different applications - from cars, trucks and buses to special vehicles, bicycles and motorcycles. Through continuous investment in Research & Development, Continental makes a major contribution to safe, cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. The portfolio of the Business Area Tires includes services for the tire trade and for fleet applications, as well as digital management systems for tires.
