Product Line Specialist & Growth Partner

Zurich; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AAR is seeking a product support professional to back the selling function, acting as a technical expert for the product line. The role is based at our Wood Dale HQ with an early-2027 relocation to Chicago's Merchandise Mart.

You will build vendor relationships, drive sales, manage inventory, and collaborate with outside sales teams to identify opportunities. A strong emphasis on customer service and market awareness is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• PC literate with Word, Excel, and Access.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of the respective product line and serve as a technical expert.
• Proactively drive vendor relationships and serve as the primary contact for AAR.
• Maximize sales and margin objectives of respective product line.
• Expand existing traditional business.
• Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace.
• Support existing outside sales force.
• Plan, schedule, and manage inventory for respective product lines.
• Identify inventory acquisition opportunities.
• Identify market trends and coordinate with sales groups to anticipate areas of opportunities.
• Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized.
• New Product Development Some travel may be required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation basics

Customer support

Relationship building

Opportunity articulation

Work in fast-paced environment

PC literacy

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

AAR is seeking a product support professional to back the selling function, acting as a technical expert for the product line. The role is based at our Wood Dale HQ with an early-2027 relocation to Chicago's Merchandise Mart.

You will build vendor relationships, drive sales, manage inventory, and collaborate with outside sales teams to identify opportunities. A strong emphasis on customer service and market awareness is essential.