SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position reports directly to the Sr. Product Manager

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED:

The Product Manager is responsible for leading product portfolio management, product pricing and to ensure alignment with corporate goals for quality and profitability.

• Assist in the development of budgets and other financial responsibilities within the department.
• Develop and measure KPI’s to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Drive product strategy and manage product roadmap
• Identify potential products for development through market research, competitive analysis, margin analysis and gap analysis
• Responsible for adding profitable in-demand products to our portfolio
• Maintain, curate and develop as necessary all PDI (Product, Data & Imaging) required to drive eCommerce sales (i.e. Features / Benefits, ACES & PIES, MSDS, Installation Instructions, etc.)
• Lead ongoing price/cost reviews to drive growth among B2B and B2C customers utilizing market research data; reviewing production and sales costs and forecasting volume
• Ensure new SKU’s are published for sale across all departments (i.e. Marketing, Sales, etc.)
• Provide weekly updates regarding departmental activities and achievements.
• Assist the Purchasing Department with the following:
  • Manage ABCD Inventory Classifications to maintain adequate stocking levels and achieve best-in-class service levels without being overstocked
  • Maintain accurate BOM’s for all SKU’s
  • Participate in weekly Material Review Board meetings to discuss potential problems with products and raw material, and then determine resolution.
  • Supply Chain:
    • Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers and third-party brokers.
    • Assist in RFQ process to drive continual improvement and profitability.

• Assist the Marketing Department with the following:
  • Online campaigns across different channels to increase traffic and conversion with the goal of ensuring ROI goals are met.
  • Work with technical team to ensure that website technology, structure, organization, design and functionality are customer driven, user-centric and metrics-based. Play an integral role website design and functionality.
  • Ensure the day-to-day effectiveness of content display merchandising, navigation, search functionality, and product presentation to maximize customer experience.
  • Successfully manage vendor and channel partner relationships. Analyze and develop new online marketing relationships such as affiliate programs, link building, and sponsorship opportunities.
  • Implement natural and paid search methodologies; test and recommend optimal SEO strategies for all web properties.
• Other Duties as assigned

SKILLS & EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain management or related field highly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years automotive experience in either (preferably in the aftermarket)
  • Knowledge of automotive products, brands and terminology
• Demonstrated success developing and launching profitable product lines
• Excellent Data Management Skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Excel: Ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proficiency with analyzing large sets of data using formulas such as VLOOKUP, logical tests and pivot tables
  • PowerPoint: Develop and deliver board level presentations
  • Word & Outlook: Excellent written communication
  • Project: Some complex development projects may require the use of GANTT charts and timeline management
• Strong negotiation skills
• Experience working in an AS400 Environment a plus
• Light international travel as required
• Positive attitude and excellent teamwork skills with proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Subject to prolonged periods of utilizing computers. Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, squat, and lift or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS: Works in a well-lighted, temperature-controlled environment. The position is subject to repetitive motions of the fingers, hands, wrists and arms.

SALARY RANGE: $55,000 – 85,000 annually DOE.

Remote work available for a well qualified candidate.

JOB TYPE: Full-time

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

WORK LOCATION: One location