Job Description

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: Yours! 

Our offer for the next step into a new career:
Market & Competitive Analyst (Temporary Contract)

Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..

 

We are seeking Market & Competitive Analyst (Temporary Contract from August to January 2025. Part-time ~25 hours per week, Hybrid; based in Elgin, Illinois). A Market and Competitive Analyst role involves in-depth research and analysis of market trends, competitor activities, and industry dynamics to inform strategic business decisions, typically requiring a moderate level of experience with advanced data analysis skills to identify key insights and develop actionable recommendations for a company, often focusing on specific market segments or product lines; responsibilities include monitoring competitor strategies, evaluating market opportunities, and creating reports to guide product development, pricing, and marketing initiatives. 

If you are analytical, savvy with computers and research, and looking for meaningful part-time job (~25 hours a week) from August through January, you are in the right place! We have the position open due to a short-term leave, for someone to run our market and competitive intelligence platform which utilizes advanced newsfeed technology. 

 

HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives. 

 

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to: 

Competitive Analysis:

  • Conduct and share research on key competitors, tracking their product offerings, pricing strategies, marketing campaigns, and market share fluctuations.
  • Analyze competitor news, press releases, and financial reports to identify potential threats and opportunities. 

Market Research:

  • Monitor and share information on industry trends, market size, and customer demographics to identify emerging opportunities. 
  • Identify key market drivers, barriers, and potential disruptions 

Data Analysis and Reporting:

  • Utilize data analysis tools to gather, clean, and interpret complex market data 
  • Develop insightful reports and presentations summarizing key findings and actionable recommendations for stakeholders 
  • Create dashboards and visualizations to effectively communicate market trends and competitive insights 

Strategic Planning:

  • Support cross-function teams as needed with their strategy and planning requirements, including and not limited to, Industry Segment Management, Product Management, Sales and Distribution, Marketing, Legal, Operations, Finance, Innovation Hubs and New Product Development.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Must have skills and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related field 
  • 2-4 years of experience in market research, competitive analysis, or a related role 
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, statistical software) 
  • Excellent research and information gathering abilities 
  • Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex insights to diverse audiences 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy 

 

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.

 

As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!

Good reasons to get started at HARTING:

Benefits:  Give back (US), Have fun (US), Lead a Healthy Life (US), Onsite Café (US)
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Job Location (Short):  Elgin, United States
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