Aftermarket NPD Specialist

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Job Information

Represent Aftermarket on New Product Development (NPD) programs interfacing with various business function project leads to identify, understand, and communicate the NPD program’s Aftermarket requirements to ensure project success. Form Aftermarket project strategies and present to Executives for approval. Manage the procurement of project’s required materials to properly support dealers for initial sales of new products.

Role & Responsibility

Launch NPD parts programs

• Ensure early and ongoing Aftermarket involvement in the NPD process to develop a sound strategy for project success.
• Present strategies to Aftermarket Executive leadership for approval prior to project gate reviews
• Work with Procurement and Material Analysts to procure all materials during the product development phase and analyze quantities needed.
• Document Aftermarket procurement activity in the appropriate NPD project management tools.
• Attend NPD program team meetings representing aftermarket and present on behalf of Aftermarket at Stage Gate reviews as required.
  
  

NPD liaison

• Serve as the primary liaison for all NPD projects for strategic communications and special problem resolution, in a highly responsive and pro-active manner
• Work with the Material Analysts and Procurement to ensure availability of parts.
• Build strong relationships with internal customers, and cross-functional departments.
• Ensure cross functional groups support Aftermarket’s project strategies and goals.
  
  

Job Requirement

Education required: Business Administration - Bachelors Degree

Experience required: 5>7 years

• Minimum of 2 years of procurement, or product/project management experience preferred

A technical and/or inventory control background is helpful

Travel requried:

Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, analytical/problem solving skills, and the ability to multi-task and follow through in a fast-paced environment

High level of motivation and self-direction

High degree of fluency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Must be able to read and receive instructions in English

As a part of the Doosan Group, which employs more than 43,000 people in 38 countries worldwide, the company offers its customers products and solutions to help build stronger businesses and communities. Based in Seoul, South Korea, with its North America headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Doosan Bobcat is a leading global manufacturer of construction, agriculture, landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment, attachments and services. The company is committed to empowering people to accomplish more.

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