JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Marketing Product Manager is to develop plans to increase market share and profitability of their specific product lines. This individual is responsible for communicating the current performance of the product within the industry, the company, and by customer, to both Sales Account Managers and company executives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage Product Life Cycle for automotive parts.
• Establish timelines and priorities for introducing new parts.
• Develop first-to-market strategy.
• Assist in cataloging projects as needed.
• Assist Marketing with Pricing as needed.
• Coordinate OE Sample purchases.
• Competitive intelligence projects as required to gain market and competitor knowledge.
• Play an active part in managing products during their entire life cycle - from introduction to completion – to ensure optimal sales results and inventory turns as it affects the company’s profitability.

  ü Provide guidance to purchasing and production planning departments in their decisions on stocking levels from initial to sell-down

• Knowing the competitive landscape in regards to both company’s and customer’s competitors, providing and maintaining competitive analysis and market trends as requested.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Project Management – Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget.

Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; actively participates in meetings.

Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

 

COMPETENCIES (Continued):

Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.

Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related career. Minimum of 4 years of similar management experience.

 

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook); Inventory software; Order processing systems; Manufacturing software (MFG Pro) and Contact Management systems.

 

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Automotive background or experience in auto parts a plus.

Ability to look-up auto parts in a catalog.

Familiar with vehicle information (models, engine information).

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to travel via airplane, motor vehicle, and other means of transportation, as well as to overnight at different countries, states and cities, in order to visit our customers, clients, and to attend management staff meetings.

 

Posted On: Friday, November 1, 2024