Strategic Product Manager, Small Engines & OEM

Newbold Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbold Services is seeking a Product Portfolio Manager to oversee a family of gasoline engine products used in commercial and industrial equipment. You will guide strategy, engage with OEM customers, and collaborate with engineering to drive product solutions across the lifecycle.

This role offers direct customer interaction, field sales support, and opportunities to grow market share through new applications while shaping product positioning, pricing strategies, and portfolio performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum three years of experience managing or supporting technical products.
• Background supporting OEM manufacturers, dealers, distributors, or industrial customers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand product applications.
• Experience with pricing, product launches, competitive analysis, or portfolio management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel throughout the United States as needed.

Responsibilities

• Guide the direction and growth of an established engine product portfolio.
• Collaborate with OEM customers to understand equipment requirements and recommend product solutions.
• Support field sales teams during customer meetings, technical presentations, and product evaluations.
• Partner with engineering resources on application questions, prototype projects, and product implementation.
• Analyze competitive products and market opportunities to strengthen product positioning.
• Develop technical resources, customer presentations, and educational materials for internal and external audiences.
• Assist with forecasting, pricing strategy, inventory planning, and overall product performance.
• Build strong relationships with distributor and dealer partners by providing technical guidance and product expertise.
• Identify opportunities to expand market share through new applications and replacement opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project prioritization

Customer engagement

Pricing & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Newbold Services is seeking a Product Portfolio Manager to oversee a family of gasoline engine products used in commercial and industrial equipment. You will guide strategy, engage with OEM customers, and collaborate with engineering to drive product solutions across the lifecycle.

This role offers direct customer interaction, field sales support, and opportunities to grow market share through new applications while shaping product positioning, pricing strategies, and portfolio performance.