Product Planner - PC Hardware & Systems Strategy

Dell GmbH; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Technologies in Round Rock, TX is seeking a Product Planner to own multi-year product visions, define product definitions for PC lines, and lead cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, and design. You will gather market insights, tell compelling launch stories, and ensure clear executive communications.

The role emphasizes ownership, strategic thinking, and collaboration with sales and marketing to maximize market impact and product success.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 8+ years with a Masters; or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in product management including launching at least three flagship hardware products as the directly accountable product manager.
• Deep system understanding across x86/Arm CPUs, memory tech, thermal design, displays and storage devices.
• Exceptional product sense— translate user insights and benchmarks into clear, testable requirements and bold bets.

Responsibilities

• Own the Product: define a multiyear vision and own product definition for PC products; write PRDs and business cases.
• Build the Right System: guide system-level decisions across CPU/GPU, memory, storage, displays; partner with suppliers.
• Drive Decisions: lead cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, design) with a unified product vision.
• Gather Market & Customer Insight: leverage regional sales, customer engagements and research to prioritize opportunities.
• Tell the Story: craft launch narratives and help marketing differentiate the product.
• Display Excellent Communication: deliver executive-ready updates and presentations with data-driven recommendations.
• Operate like an Owner: identify issues early and move swiftly with clear decisions.

Skills

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Dell Technologies in Round Rock, TX is seeking a Product Planner to own multi-year product visions, define product definitions for PC lines, and lead cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, and design. You will gather market insights, tell compelling launch stories, and ensure clear executive communications.

The role emphasizes ownership, strategic thinking, and collaboration with sales and marketing to maximize market impact and product success.