Product Specialist

RBC Bearings; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated is seeking a Product Specialist for Oxford, CT, to support product managers with pricing, quotes, and reports. You will coordinate with sales, customer service, and other teams to ensure accurate configurations and timely communications.

The role emphasizes market research, staying current on industry trends, and maintaining up-to-date product knowledge. A bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering field is required, with opportunities in a dynamic manufacturing

Qualifications

• Technical sales experience or mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to influence and lead without authority.
• Strong strategic thinking and pricing/market skills.
• Bearing industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Managers with pricing and forecasts.
• Maintain quote documentation with pricing and configurations.
• Conduct market research for key products.
• Interface with sales, customer service, and other departments.
• Prepare presentations and maintain reports.
• Attend to essential functions and other duties.

Skills

Technical sales

Pricing analysis

Market research

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

AS400

ASI

Job description

Position Overview

The Product Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Product Managers with daily tasks such as pricing, customer tracking, data collection, preparing presentations and maintaining as well as distributing reports.

Job Title / Location

Product Specialist – Oxford, CT

Position Overview

The Product Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Product Managers with daily tasks such as pricing, customer tracking, data collection, preparing presentations and maintaining as well as distributing reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting all initiatives in the RBC Division’s product lines to achieve year-over-year sales growth.
• Maintain all quote documentation with accurate pricing and configurations.
• Maintain up-to-date awareness of company products and industry trends.
• Maintain knowledge of company products and lead times.
• Interface with sales, customer service, and other departments.
• Conduct market research for key products.
• Preform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Attendance is an essential function of this position.

Requirements

• Technical sales experience, technical training or Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to influence and lead without formal authority.
• Strong strategic thinking and analysis skills (e.g.., pricing, market segmentation).
• Bearing industry experience or knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in computer skills; familiarity with AS400 and ASI is a plus.
• Effective team player and leader.
• Able to communicate well across all functional areas of the company and the customer.
• Results-driven with a strong focus on meeting targets.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering related field.

Compensation & Benefits

• RBC offers competitive pay and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, and paid time off.

Wage Range

$60,000 - $79,000

The salary range information is only applicable to Connecticut. This range is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role based on the position's responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's specific experience, education, skills, and other relevant factors.

About RBC Bearings

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems serving the industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. For more than a century, RBC has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions and world-class manufacturing capabilities that support mission-critical applications around the world.

Our success is driven by a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and a customer-focused approach. We specialize in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered products that perform in demanding environments where quality, reliability, and performance are paramount.

With operations spanning multiple countries and manufacturing facilities across the globe, RBC Bearings offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and support customers in some of the world's most advanced and dynamic industries. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on fostering innovation, developing talent, and delivering exceptional value to our customers and shareholders.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.