Strategic Aftermarket Product Manager

Continental Industry; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental is seeking a result-driven product/marketing professional to lead market research, content creation, and portfolio management for Tensioners, Belts & Kits in the U.S. market.

You will drive new product introductions, maintain SAP data, and coordinate with distribution centers while resolving escalations and optimizing brand presence. Eligible candidates should have a strong background in engineering or business with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Marketing, Business or related fields; or 5+ years of experience in industry/product management.
• Experience converting a major customer's business from a competitor and developing business cases.
• Sales and Customer Relationship management experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform market research & engage with customers.
• Create, collaborate & maintain marketing / technical content.
• Maintain product catalog for Tensioners, Belts & Kits.
• Identify sunsetting products and develop strategies to increase sales or consolidate.
• Identify product/category gaps and fill them.
• Develop & introduce new products to market from concept to launch.
• Improve market presence and solidify brand perception.
• Maintain suppliers & materials; SAP data for portfolio.
• Work with Distribution Centers for kitting business.
• Resolve warranty claims and technical escalations from Sales & Customer Service.
• Create SOPs and guidelines to establish protocol.

Skills

Market research

Sales & CRM

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Communication

Financial acumen

Team collaboration

Customer relationship management

Diverse industrial markets knowledge

Sales cycle execution

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

5+ years relevant experience in industry/product management

Tools

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Continental is seeking a result-driven product/marketing professional to lead market research, content creation, and portfolio management for Tensioners, Belts & Kits in the U.S. market.

You will drive new product introductions, maintain SAP data, and coordinate with distribution centers while resolving escalations and optimizing brand presence. Eligible candidates should have a strong background in engineering or business with 5+ years of relevant experience.