What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRODUCT MANAGER - STRUCTURAL PARTS position at Aurora Parts and Accessories, LLC?
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Strategy and Roadmap:
- Define and communicate the vision and strategy for aftermarket heavy-duty products.
- Create and maintain product roadmaps in alignment with company goals and market needs.
- Ensure the product portfolio addresses current and future customer demands, as well as regulatory requirements.
- Collaboration with Engineering:
- Lead and coordinate with the engineering team to define technical requirements, product features, and development timelines.
- Act as the bridge between the engineering and product teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment of goals.
- Manage product development processes, ensuring timely delivery of new products and product enhancements.
- Provide technical guidance and insight to the team during the development phase to ensure the final product meets the equipment specifications and customer requirements.
- Product Lifecycle Management:
- Oversee the full lifecycle of products, from concept and design to launch and post-launch support.
- Conduct ongoing product evaluations and manage product updates or discontinuations as necessary.
- Ensure products are continuously optimized for quality, performance, and cost.
- Market and Customer Insights:
- Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive products to inform product decisions.
- Work with sales and customer support teams to gather insights on product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Conduct regular customer visits and industry research to ensure the product aligns with customer needs and industry standards.
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership:
- Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, sales, marketing, finance, pricing, and supply chain, to ensure alignment on project goals.
- Provide regular updates to senior management on product status, roadmaps, and performance metrics.
- Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the product and engineering teams.
- Financial Management:
- Define product pricing strategies in collaboration with sales and finance teams.
- Monitor product performance, analyze sales data, and adjust strategies to meet financial targets.
- Oversee product profitability, cost control, and resource allocation for product development initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field — or equivalent experience, such as 7 years in the heavy-duty aftermarket industry.
- Experience:
- 5 years of product management experience in the heavy-duty aftermarket or related industries (automotive, industrial, or transportation).
- Experience managing engineering teams and leading cross-functional product development.
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing aftermarket products, from design to commercialization.
- Skills:
- Strong technical understanding of heavy-duty equipment, aftermarket parts, and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Familiarity with product management tools and software (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana, etc.).
- Experience in P&L management and budget oversight for product lines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and aftermarket supply chains.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to heavy-duty products.
- Familiarity with industry-specific standards, such as SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) or ISO certifications.
