Manager, Product Distribution Strategy

Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Singapore is seeking an Asst Manager/Manager for Product Distribution Strategy. The ideal candidate will have strong storytelling and analytical skills, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the financial services industry. Responsibilities include crafting product propositions, preparing stakeholder presentations, and analyzing sales data. This role fosters collaboration across functions in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years of experience in the financial services industry, with strong understanding of insurance products.
• Exceptional storytelling and verbal communication skills.
• Highly resourceful, capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Craft and refine product propositions and storytelling.
• Prepare presentations for various stakeholders to secure alignment.
• Support product launches and deliver sales toolkits.
• Analyse sales data to optimize performance.

Skills

Storytelling

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Diploma or Degree from a recognized institution

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Canva

Adobe programs

Job description

Asst Manager/ Manager, Product Distribution Strategy

The ideal candidate for this position should possess a blend of creativity and analytical prowess. They must be capable of developing compelling product propositions and storytelling that resonate with both distribution and customers developing innovative sales ideas and propositions, while also having the analytical skills necessary to interpret sales data and uncover growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Shape Product Propositions & Storytelling: Craft and refine product propositions that clearly articulate the product’s value from a distribution and customer perspective, leveraging insights on customer needs and distribution priorities. Develop narratives and message maps that resonate with different channels and segments
• Drive Stakeholder Buy-In: Prepare tailored presentations and materials for various stakeholders (Distribution, Marketing, Product, Compliance) to secure alignment and support. Facilitate feedback loops and translate stakeholder input into actionable recommendations for product planning
• Support Go-to-Market Execution: Work cross-functionally to support product launches, partnering closely with Distribution on readiness and enablement, and ensuring alignment with Marketing to amplify messaging across channels. Deliver sales toolkits, FAQs, and training content to equip frontline teams
• Enhance Sales Performance: Analyse sales data to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement targeted strategies to optimize overall performance
• Campaign Management: Assist in the development and execution of campaign and fulfilment strategies. Ensure that campaigns are effectively communicated and delivered to maximize impact and engagement.
• Develop Product Propositions: Craft and fine-tune product propositions that effectively communicate the unique value and benefits of our offerings, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and target market needs
• Manage Product Communication: Oversee the Product mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries. Handle product-related communications to maintain clear and effective dialogue with stakeholders and financial representatives
• Continuous Insight Gathering: Stay connected with Distribution and Marketing stakeholders to capture ongoing input and feedback, translating these insights into product proposition improvements and informing future product planning

Qualifications and Skills

• A Diploma or Degree from a recognized institution.
• Min 5 years of experience in the financial services industry, with a deep understanding of insurance products.
• Exceptional storytelling, presentation, and communication verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in articulating complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, coupled with an aptitude for fostering collaborative relationships across functions.
• Highly resourceful, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel is essential; familiarity with Canva and Adobe programs is an added advantage.

When you join our team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife was an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid