Ranked as one of Irelands best workplaces, byGreat Place to Work, Harvey Norman, is a high-profile, leading-edge retail brand with over 300 stores worldwide selling furniture, bedding, electrical and computer goods. With 16 stores in Ireland, we are growing, and have plenty of opportunities for talented people. If you think you have what it takes to thrive in a dynamic retail environment, we want to hear from you.Are you passionate about retail with a strong interest in marketing and Technology?Do you have excellent communication, creative and organisational skills?If you have Buying and Marketing experience, then this is an opportunity you wont want to miss.About The JobHarvey Norman is looking for an Assistant Product and Marketing Manager to work in our Dublin Head Office.This role is different to a regular buying role, you will be supporting all aspects of the product from cradle to grave. You need to work on marketing, in-store execution, training, online content, ranging, category strategy, reporting, analysis and moreProduct categories include Laptop, Tablet, Connected Health, Imaging, Connected Home and Gaming.Despite Harvey Norman being a global company, all the buying for our Irish business is done in Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a growing category and work with some of the biggest tech brands including Apple, Samsung, HP, Google, Fit Bit and Garmin.The role reports to the Product and Marketing Manager.YOUR JOB Your Tasks Will IncludeExecute product life cycle management from initial product launch to end of lifeIdentify new market opportunities within the technology market and define customer requirements for the next generation of productsMonitor fashion, current affairs and category trends and make product development and roadmap decisions based on your insightsEngage with Technology brands to consistently improve Harvey Normans market position and sales. Help develop, launch, and manage new categories and productsHelp develop marketing campaigns to enhance Harvey Normans market position and salesConstant competitive analysis, consisting of tracking competitor pricing and activities and making relevant changes to your product strategyDevelop product strategy and positioning, pre-sale activities, and developing sales tools, marketing materials & collateralPresent category strategy to key stakeholders in the business, interact effectively with all levels of the organization and prepare & present to the executive teamProduct fixture design and implementationYOUR PROFILE Your Knowledge, Skills And Experience IncludeStrong analytical and strategic thinking skillsExcellent computer skills (Excel is essential)Ability to work independently or as part of a teamStrong time management skillsAbility to create and execute end-to-end marketing plans without supervisionStrong attention to detailAction orientated and results drivenProduct management experienceStrong negotiation and influencing skillsExcellence in verbal, written and presentation skillsExperience in retail channel marketing a strong plusAbility to influence without authorityWhy People Join UsWeve been recognised as a Great Place to WorkWere dynamic and growingFun, high energy work environmentCulture of developing and promoting from within the companyEntrepreneurial spirit is encouragedGenerous staff discountsAdditional InformationWe need employees to be flexible about when they work. The successful candidate will be required to attend a company induction day in Dublin City Centre.We do not require the assistance of agencies at this time, thank youSkillsProduct Management Marketing Management Negotiation Time Management Analytical