What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Intelligence Manager (Strategic Planning) position at Vitro?
Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America. Vitro’s glass products can be found in some of the most iconic vehicles on the road, in countless buildings and homes around the world, and in billions of glass containers produced every year. With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have expanded our global footprint and cemented our leadership role in the industries in which we operate.
At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create valuable and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. Together, we will realize the full potential of glass to shape how we move, build, and live in the future.
Vitro takes active steps to protect the environment and supports several initiatives that promote protection of the environment and reduction of energy consumption in the glass manufacturing process. Our products and technologies reduce energy consumption and emissions in buildings and vehicles, and we minimize the use of natural resources in manufacturing.
Together, we have the power to make more than glass. We can make the future a brighter place for years to come.
Vitro Architectural Glass manufactures a broad range of industry-leading, energy-efficient products such as Solarban®, Sungate® and Starphire Ultra-Clear® glasses. Throughout our storied history, collaboration and innovation have been central to our advancements. Today, the key to our success continues to lie in the strength of our partnerships. With a foundation formed on trust, teamwork and shared excitement, the possibilities for impactful innovations in glass are truly endless.
With manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. and Mexico, Vitro Architectural Glass is committed to sustainable manufacturing processes and products. Vitro also operates one of the world’s largest glass research and development facilities in Pittsburgh, PA and has four residential glass fabrication plants in Canada.
To find out more, please visit our website: Vitro Architectural Glass | Vitro Architectural Glass (vitroglazings.com)
Main Activities/Duties/Responsibilities
The main purpose of the Market Intelligence Manager is to assess the market landscape and support strategic decision making. This can include competitor/product/service valuation, business plan design, market growth and competitor share forecasting, Board and other high level audience presentations.
Responsible for analysis of competitors, markets and industry developments
At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create valuable and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. Together, we will realize the full potential of glass to shape how we move, build, and live in the future.
Vitro takes active steps to protect the environment and supports several initiatives that promote protection of the environment and reduction of energy consumption in the glass manufacturing process. Our products and technologies reduce energy consumption and emissions in buildings and vehicles, and we minimize the use of natural resources in manufacturing.
Together, we have the power to make more than glass. We can make the future a brighter place for years to come.
Vitro Architectural Glass manufactures a broad range of industry-leading, energy-efficient products such as Solarban®, Sungate® and Starphire Ultra-Clear® glasses. Throughout our storied history, collaboration and innovation have been central to our advancements. Today, the key to our success continues to lie in the strength of our partnerships. With a foundation formed on trust, teamwork and shared excitement, the possibilities for impactful innovations in glass are truly endless.
With manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. and Mexico, Vitro Architectural Glass is committed to sustainable manufacturing processes and products. Vitro also operates one of the world’s largest glass research and development facilities in Pittsburgh, PA and has four residential glass fabrication plants in Canada.
To find out more, please visit our website: Vitro Architectural Glass | Vitro Architectural Glass (vitroglazings.com)
Main Activities/Duties/Responsibilities
The main purpose of the Market Intelligence Manager is to assess the market landscape and support strategic decision making. This can include competitor/product/service valuation, business plan design, market growth and competitor share forecasting, Board and other high level audience presentations.
Responsible for analysis of competitors, markets and industry developments
- Responsible for preparing, analyzing, and presenting the annual assessment of the North American market production capacity utilization and forecast by end-use segment
- Responsible for import and export sales analyses by product category and competitor
- Responsible for acting as the leading liaison for the Technology Scouting Team with external partners/consultants
- Supports ad-hoc research and analysis of existing and proposed products/services that our competitors have announced or our R&D team might address
- BS Marketing/Finance
- 5 years of relevant work experience in the industry and/or marketing, finance, and planning
- Standard business modeling and financial literacy knowledge is required.
- Operational/Financial experience in manufacturing is strongly preferred
- Should have strong analytical skills and a high proficiency with EXCEL and related software.
- Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines