Parts Category Specialist

Kids for the Future; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Company paid STD and LTD benefits

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

SANY America is seeking a Parts Category Specialist to develop and execute category strategies that drive profitable aftermarket growth across our parts business. You will own assigned product categories lifecycle, manage suppliers, pricing, inventory, new product introductions, sales support, and market analysis.

Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Service, Purchasing and suppliers to improve availability, expand market share, and maximize lifecycle revenue, as we execute an aggressive growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aftermarket parts, product management, category management, purchasing, or technical sales.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual category growth strategies across assigned product categories.
• Own product categories throughout their lifecycle, including supplier management, pricing, and launches.
• Monitor category performance, inventory, margins, and market trends to identify opportunities and implement improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Location 318 Sany Way,Peachtree City, GA, 30269,United States
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Parts Category Specialist

ABOUT THE ROLE

As part of the Americas team, SANY is seeking a driven, forward-thinking, and highly motivated Parts Category Specialist, to develop and execute category strategies that drive profitable aftermarket growth across SANY America's parts business. This position owns assigned product categories throughout their lifecycle, including supplier management, pricing, inventory optimization, new product introduction, sales support, and market analysis.

The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Service, Purchasing, Product Support, and suppliers to improve product availability, increase market share, and maximize lifecycle revenue.

With deep investment and backing from SANY Group, the Americas business continues to grow rapidly, and this role is critical to delivering competitive, customer-focused products that support long-term market expansion.

With current revenues over $500 million, SANY America continues to make strong progress and significant investments in the Americas market; the organization is now pursuing an aggressive growth strategy and is looking to move quickly beyond this initial platform and increase market share.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Category Management

• Develop and execute annual category growth strategies.
• Own assigned product categories throughout the product lifecycle.
• Identify market opportunities and competitive gaps.
• Monitor category performance and recommend corrective actions.

Product Development

• Develop business cases for new product offerings.
• Manage supplier relationships and sourcing activities.
• Coordinate product launches across internal departments.
• Develop pricing recommendations that maximize growth and profitability.
• Monitor competitive pricing and market positioning.
• Support promotional pricing initiatives.
• Analyze margins and recommend pricing improvements.

Inventory & Demand Planning

• Partner with Parts Planning & Distribution to optimize inventory levels.
• Improve product availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Analyze demand trends and forecast future requirements.
• Train Parts Sales representatives and dealers on assigned product categories.
• Develop sales tools and product literature.
• Assist with technical product inquiries.
• Analyze industry trends and competitor offerings.
• Identify opportunities to increase aftermarket penetration.
• Monitor warranty trends and product performance.
• Recommend continuous product improvements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in aftermarket parts, product management, category management, purchasing, or technical sales
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent presentation and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Heavy equipment or construction equipment industry experience
• SAP experience
• Product launch experience

SUCCESS MEASURES

• Category sales growth
• Gross margin improvement
• Inventory performance
• Market share growth
• Pricing effectiveness

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. It will include a base salary and an annual performance bonus.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Company paid STD and LTD benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SANY America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE NOTICE

SANY America is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment screenings, including drug and/or alcohol testing, as a condition of employment where permitted by applicable law. Testing requirements, employment practices, and workplace policies may vary based on work location, position responsibilities, business necessity, workplace safety considerations, customer requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory standards.

SANY America complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws relating to marijuana/cannabis use, including applicable medical and recreational marijuana laws where permitted. However, applicants and employees are prohibited from being impaired or under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other prohibited substances while working, operating Company vehicles or equipment, performing safety sensitive duties, conducting Company business, or while on Company property, consistent with applicable law.

Certain positions may be designated as safety sensitive or subject to additional regulatory, customer, contractual, operational, or workplace safety requirements and may require participation in pre employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty, follow up, or other drug and/or alcohol testing programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.