Product Planning & Compliance Specialist / Manager
JIN Talent is recruiting on behalf of a Chinese-headquartered automotive brand establishing its Philippine operations. The client's name will be shared during the interview process.
THE ROLE
A product planning and compliance position based on-site in Makati City, reporting to the Country Director. You will translate market insight into a three-year product roadmap for the Philippines, and own the certification path that gets vehicles to market on time.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Market analysis: run PESTEL analysis of the local market; collect and evaluate automotive industry data including market size, competitive landscape, consumer demand and emerging trends; produce regular market research reports that feed company strategy.
- Product planning: develop a three-year local product roadmap aligned with the global product strategy, based on market demand, competition and user insight.
- Certification and compliance: research and monitor Philippine automotive laws, regulations and policies; develop response strategies; manage and follow up product certification processes through to approval and market launch.
- Work cross-functionally with sales, aftersales and headquarters teams on product positioning, specification and launch timing.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's degree or above in Vehicle Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration, Project Management or a related field.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in automotive product planning or market analysis.
- Proven ability to build product planning roadmaps and business reports; strong analytical and presentation skills.
- Working knowledge of Philippine vehicle certification and compliance requirements.
- Fluent in both English and Chinese, with both used as working languages. Applications without professional-level Chinese cannot be considered.
- Existing work rights in the Philippines. This role does not include visa sponsorship.
- Based in Metro Manila and able to work on-site in Makati City.
NICE TO HAVE
- Experience with a Chinese automotive brand's overseas product planning.
- Background in automotive manufacturing and marketing.
- Familiarity with Tableau or similar analytics tools.
WHAT IS ON OFFER
- A competitive package aligned with your experience, plus performance bonus.
- Ownership of the local product roadmap from day one, with direct access to global product teams.
- A newly established entity with room to shape how the brand enters the market.
What can I earn as a Compliance Specialist