Assistant Product Development Manager - Lighting

Firefly Electric & Lighting Corporation; Manila; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Electric and Lighting Corporation (FELCO) is seeking an Assistant Product Development Manager for the Lighting category in Ermita, Manila. You will support the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing timelines to deliver innovative, high-quality products for customers.

You will drive market research, track project progress, and coordinate with vendors to ensure successful launches, with a focus on timely delivery and budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, CS, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in product development with a proven track record.
• Analytical mindset to interpret data for product insights.
• Ability to grasp complex technical features quickly.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative, customer-centric approach.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Management: manage product development from start to finish.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration with customers and internal teams.
• Conduct Market & Competitor Insights to identify differentiation opportunities.
• Vendor & Partner Management for long-term collaboration.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Project management

Time management

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Google Sheets

Job description

About The Role

Location: Ermita, Manila

Role Type: Full-time

Department: Product Development

Reporting to: Product Development Manager

Bring Innovation to Life from Concept to Launch

As the Assistant Product Development Manager for Lighting Category, you will support the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, run market research, manage timelines, and ensure we deliver innovative, high-quality products that hit the mark for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Management: Own product development projects from start to finish—ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and continuous performance tracking.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with customers, internal stakeholders, and teams to gather requirements and drive successful product launches.
• Market & Competitor Insights: Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking to identify emerging trends and opportunities for product differentiation.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure seamless, long-term collaboration.

What You Need To Succeed

• Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field, paired with at least 5 years of experience in product development with a proven track record.
• Technical & Analytical Aptitude: An analytical mindset to interpret data for product insights, a strong ability to grasp complex technical features quickly, and proficiency in Google Sheets for data analysis and reporting.
• Project & Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial & Communication Skills: Strong negotiation skills (especially regarding pricing) combined with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills to collaborate at all levels.
• Mindset: A highly collaborative, self-motivated, and customer-centric approach to delivering exceptional experiences.

About FELCO

Firefly Electric and Lighting Corporation (FELCO) started in 2001 with a simple goal: to make quality lighting and electrical products available and affordable for every Filipino. From homes to businesses, we continue to offer practical solutions that help power everyday life.

Our brands Firefly, ROYU, ECOLum, Herks, and Xpert are each designed to bring comfort, safety, and convenience into Filipino homes. Alongside our own brands, we partner with respected global names such as CHiNT, ABB, and DCK, giving our customers access to a wide range of everyday and specialized solutions.

We work closely with designers, engineers, contractors, retailers, institutions, and developers, building partnerships that help us understand real needs and respond with the right solutions.