Aviation Product Line Strategy Lead

Aar Corp.; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking a Product Line Strategy Manager to support Product Line Managers in the marketing and strategic offering of key product lines with a focus on market share growth.

You will build relationships with OEM partners and work with sales and manufacturing to translate feedback into growth opportunities. The role requires 3-5 years in related roles, a BA/BS, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience in account management, sales, product management, or business strategy.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Prior experience in the aviation industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with OEM partners.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and sales to gather product feedback and identify opportunities for market share growth.
• Work with Product Line Managers and Directors to identify and execute sales initiatives and manage cross-functional projects.
• Analyze and recommend pricing strategy for key product lines based on market feedback.
• Create and maintain market feedback, opportunities, and sales models in Excel or similar programs.
• Perform inventory forecasting and planning within a set budget.
• Assist Product Line Directors and Managers with meeting revenue and margin targets, and execute long term agreements with customers.
• Travel alongside Sales Managers to visit key customers and promote products.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Account management

Sales

Product management

Business strategy

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AAR Corp. is seeking a Product Line Strategy Manager to support Product Line Managers in the marketing and strategic offering of key product lines with a focus on market share growth.

You will build relationships with OEM partners and work with sales and manufacturing to translate feedback into growth opportunities. The role requires 3-5 years in related roles, a BA/BS, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.