Product Planning Assistant Manager

GAC International Philippines, Inc.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

GAC International Philippines, Inc. is seeking a Product Planning Specialist to support product planning and lifecycle management through market research, competitor analysis, and documentation.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams to keep vehicle products competitive and aligned with local market requirements. The role emphasizes analytical skills, strong communication, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with collaboration across Sales, Marketing, After Sales, and dealer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Automotive Technology, or a related field.
• 1–5 years of experience in automotive product planning, product management, market research, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the Philippine automotive market, vehicle technologies, and competitor landscape.
• Understanding of vehicle homologation, certification processes, and local regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in an automotive OEM, distributor, or dealership is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis on vehicle models, pricing, specifications, market trends, and industry regulations.
• Support product planning activities, including model lineup planning, product positioning, pricing analysis, and vehicle launch preparation.
• Maintain and update product specifications, technical documents, sales materials, and product databases.
• Coordinate with headquarters and internal departments to ensure accurate product information and timely implementation of product initiatives.
• Provide product support to Sales, Marketing, After Sales, and dealer partners, including product training and responding to product-related inquiries.
• Collect and analyze dealer and customer feedback to support product improvements and future planning.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation required by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Market research

Competitor analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing, or automotive tech

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

The Product Planning Specialist supports product planning and lifecycle management by conducting market research, competitor analysis, product documentation, and cross-functional coordination. The role ensures vehicle products remain competitive and aligned with local market requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis on vehicle models, pricing, specifications, market trends, and industry regulations.


• Support product planning activities, including model lineup planning, product positioning, pricing analysis, and vehicle launch preparation.


• Maintain and update product specifications, technical documents, sales materials, and product databases.


• Coordinate with headquarters and internal departments to ensure accurate product information and timely implementation of product initiatives.


• Provide product support to Sales, Marketing, After Sales, and dealer partners, including product training and responding to product-related inquiries.


• Collect and analyze dealer and customer feedback to support product improvements and future planning.


• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation required by management.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Automotive Technology, or a related field.


• 1–5 years of experience in automotive product planning, product management, market research, or a related field.


• Knowledge of the Philippine automotive market, vehicle technologies, and competitor landscape.


• Understanding of vehicle homologation, certification processes, and local regulatory requirements.


• Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.


• Experience in an automotive OEM, distributor, or dealership is an advantage.