Product Planning Program Manager

LG Electronics USA; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Performance incentives

Mental health resources

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

LG Electronics Eco Solutions is hiring a Program Manager to own the forward direction of our product line, translating market and regulatory inputs into a clear product roadmap. This individual contributor role reports to a Senior Program Manager or Product Development Manager, suitable for someone early in their product management career with a technical foundation.

The role involves monitoring market needs, regulatory changes, and competitive landscape, collaborating with engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering discipline.
• 0-4 years of experience in product management, product development, or applications engineering; HVAC industry experience a plus.
• Bilingual in Korean and English preferred, both written and verbal, sufficient for technical and business discussions.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and components, or a strong technical aptitude to build that knowledge quickly.
• Strong analytical skills; comfortable synthesizing market, technical, and financial information into a clear recommendation.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; clear written and verbal communication across technical and business audiences.
• Willingness to travel domestically and to Korea as needed (estimated 10-15%).

Responsibilities

• Monitor market needs, customer requirements, and industry trends across assigned product lines.
• Track regulatory and code changes (DOE, EPA, ASHRAE, UL, AHRI, and similar bodies) and assess impact on current and future products.
• Research and maintain a working view of the competitive landscape, including product specifications, positioning, and pricing.
• Support development and maintenance of the product roadmap under the direction of senior product management.
• Translate market and regulatory inputs into clear product requirements for engineering.
• Partner with engineering, marketing, and sales to gather input on feature and platform decisions.
• Prepare market and competitive analysis materials for internal reviews and leadership updates.
• Support business case development for new product initiatives, including cost and volume assumptions.
• Coordinate with Korea HQ counterparts on product planning, specifications, and timing.
• Assist with go-to-market planning and cross-functional launch coordination.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Korean-English bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations.Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment.Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology.At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

LG Electronics Eco Solutions is hiring a Program Manager to help own the forward direction of our product line. This role tracks market needs, regulatory change, and the competitive landscape, and translates those inputs into a product roadmap that keeps our platforms ahead of the market. This is an individual contributor role reporting to a Senior Program Manager or Product Development Manager, intended for someone early in their product management career with a technical foundation to build on.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor market needs, customer requirements, and industry trends across assigned product lines
• Track regulatory and code changes (DOE, EPA, ASHRAE, UL, AHRI, and similar bodies) and assess impact on current and future products
• Research and maintain a working view of the competitive landscape, including product specifications, positioning, and pricing
• Support development and maintenance of the product roadmap under the direction of senior product management
• Translate market and regulatory inputs into clear product requirements for engineering
• Partner with engineering, marketing, and sales to gather input on feature and platform decisions
• Prepare market and competitive analysis materials for internal reviews and leadership updates
• Support business case development for new product initiatives, including cost and volume assumptions
• Coordinate with Korea HQ counterparts on product planning, specifications, and timing
• Assist with go-to-market planning and cross-functional launch coordination

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
• 0-4 years of experience in product management, product development, or applications engineering; HVAC industry experience a plus
• Bilingual in Korean and English preferred, both written and verbal, sufficient for technical and business discussions
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and components, or a strong technical aptitude to build that knowledge quickly

• Ability to read and interpret regulatory and standards documentation
• Strong analytical skills; comfortable synthesizing market, technical, and financial information into a clear recommendation
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, andWord;
• Clear written and verbal communication skills across technical and business audiences
• Willingness to travel domestically and to Korea as needed (estimated 10-15%)

Recruiting Range

$75,000-$101,000 USD

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investmentoptions.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

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