2024 Summer Internship - Supplies Product Management

Zebra Technologies

Zebra Technologies

Product
Lincolnshire, IL, USA
Posted on Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Remote Work Hybrid OverviewAt Zebra, we extend the edge of possibility by shaping the future of work on the front line—reinventing how businesses run and moving society forward.We are a community of changemakers, innovators and doers who come together to deliver a performance edge to the front line of business. We develop new technologies and create new solutions with partners to help organizations act with greater visibility, connectivity, and intelligence—delivering better experiences for workers and those they serve.Being a part of Zebra means being seen, heard, valued, and respected as you define your path to a fulfilling career. Here, you'll have opportunities to learn and lead at a leading company, and you can channel your skills towards causes that you and the Zebra community care about, locally, and globally.Together, we've only begun to define the edge of what's possible—for our people, our customers, and the world.Zebra’s Supplies and Sensor Product Management team is comprised of Environmental SensorProduct Management and Core Supplies Product Management. Product Managers manage theoverall product portfolio as well as advance the “idea funnel". The Product Management team brings products from concept to launch and manages the products from launch to End of Life. We work closely with the regional product management teams. We monitor industry trends, competitor performance and focus on how we can best address customer and market needs. Responsibilities
  • Work with Product Managers to understand differentiating features/ value propositions of our products and help produce informal videos to educate our sales force and channel partners.
  • Participate with Product Managers on Voice of Customer research- interviewing customers about market requirements.
  • Assist in creating summarized findings of those voice of customer reports. Research around how we might respond to those findings.
  • Work to collect existing voice of customer detail- identify key themes of “problems”- and set up a brainstorming session with Product Management and Engineering on how to address these customer problems and/ or enhance our Performance/ Reputation/ Assurance value propositions.
  • Assist Product Management team with researching competitors and doing competitive analysis.
  • Assist Product Manager with core portfolio management activities such as product line rationalization/clean-up
  • Develop planning, organizational and leadership skills
  • Increase technology knowledge and skills
  • Develop team-based work proficiencies
  • Develop interpersonal skills to connect with day-to-day business contacts through follow up activities
Qualifications Required Qualifications
  • Current enrollment in an undergraduate/graduate degree program (MBA/MS) in Business Management, Marketing Management, Natural Sciences, Supply Chain Management
  • Must have an anticipated graduation date between 2024-2025
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship
  • Must reside within 50 miles of the primary work location - Lincolnshire, IL
Preferred Qualifications
  • Market analysis experience
  • Financial analysis
  • Project management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, & PowerPoint)
  • Intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to learn and grow
  • Proven leadership and excellence in professional, academic, and/or extracurricular experiences
  • Ability to collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Know Your Rightshttps //www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdfConozca sus Derechoshttps //www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdfWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work. Salary USD 19.00 - USD 42.50 HourlySalary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.