Product Manager, Automotive Ceramic Capacitors

KEMET Electronics Corporation; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

YAGEO Group seeks an Automotive Product Manager in Simpsonville, SC to own the product strategy and lifecycle for automotive ceramic capacitors. This onsite role drives roadmap, pricing, and market positioning while coordinating with engineering, design, sales, and operations to meet business goals.

The PM will analyze market and customer needs, define requirements, and monitor performance to ensure competitive offerings and profitability. Travel to events and supplier sites is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience leading projects in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product strategies aligned with market demands.
• Gather customer feedback, market data, and competitive information to guide decisions.
• Define product requirements and specifications with engineering and design teams.
• Monitor product performance and lifecycle, identify improvements or innovations.
• Support sales and marketing with product expertise and materials.
• Manage pricing to maximize profitability and growth.
• Coordinate with planning and operations for quality, cost and timely delivery.
• Travel to automotive events, client meetings and supplier sites.

Skills

Excel

PowerBI

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field

Job description

Product Manager, Automotive Ceramic Capacitors

Job Category: Product Management

Requisition Number: PRODU002533

Posted: July 9, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Locations

Simpsonville, Simpsonville, SC 29681, USA

Job Summary

YAGEO Group is seeking an Automotive Product Manager at our Simpsonville, South Carolina location. This is an onsite role. The Automotive Product Manager is responsible for the business elements of a portfolio of automotive ceramic capacitors. The PM directs the product roadmap, launch, and lifecycle management of their product portfolio. The PM drives product strategy, defines requirements, sets prices and monitors competitive trends to position products effectively within the industry. Ultimately the Product Manager is responsible for the business of the product.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product strategies aligned with organizational goals and market demands.
• Gather and analyze customer feedback, market research, and competitor data to inform product decisions.
• Define product requirements, features, and specifications in collaboration with engineering and design teams.
• Monitor product performance, manage lifecycles, and identify areas for improvement or innovation.
• Support sales & marketing efforts by providing product expertise and developing promotional materials.
• Manage product pricing to maximize profitability and growth.
• Coordinate with planning and operations to ensure quality, cost and timely delivery.

Other Responsibilities

• Manage, plan and coordinate the development of new products and enhancements of existing products based on short-term and long-term needs.
• Develop sales forecasts and implement pricing schedules that provide revenue and margin growth while remaining competitive in the market.
• Interface with customers to determine opportunities for product growth and improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design and deliver new products and product enhancements that meet the needs of the company, its clients, and the end users.
• Monitor product financial performance metrics to inform and direct strategy.
• The role often involves travel to automotive events, client meetings, and supplier sites.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Experience in the automotive industry an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead projects and work effectively in cross‑functional teams.

Systems Skills (Experience in any of the following systems helpful)

• Proficiency in software tools such as Excel and PowerBI.

Location & Work Type

• Onsite

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training. Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

What We Offer

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work–life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry‑leading technologies

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