The Role
Due to an internal promotion we are seeking another product manager to join the braking team. With a strong mechanical aptitude, the successful candidate will develop and grow the products in our Braking category. Using effective product management methodologies, you will work alongside another Product Manager and wider team to deliver new product development and enhancements in the Braking category.
Preferred location is Rowville, however other major cities will be considered for the right person.
What You Will Do:
- Research & develop new product ranges, review and maintain a range of products to meet business & market objectives and ensure sustained success (performance, sales, service)
- Manage the product lifecycle for appropriate ranges
- Ensure products meet relevant quality standards and specifications
- Manage packaging briefs for new products
- Working with the Senior Product Manager, ensure all products are accurately catalogued
- Develop methodologies for calculating and tracking the market size and share of the categories
- Monitor and analyse the market and competitive environment
- Keep up to date with automotive industry developments
- Respond to technical inquiries from our internal and external customers
- Represent the Braking Category at Trade Shows (Ability to travel interstate and overseas required)
About You:
- Have a mechanical aptitude (automotive, engineering, aeronautical etc)
- Possess Product Management experience 5 years + (flexible)
- Have experience sourcing products from local and overseas suppliers
- An understanding of sales analysis and forecasting
- Possess technical experience relevant to portfolio products
- Effective client management – facing work, build rapport
- Intermediate MS Office
- The ability to work across a broad product suite and take a pragmatic approach to your work
As well as working for a true industry leader, you will be rewarded with:
- A structured, supportive and committed team environment
- Staff discounts across the GPC Asia Pacific group of Companies
- Employee Assistance program
- Opportunities for career growth
About us: Movement is in our DNA. We are GPC Asia Pacific: one of the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service suppliers in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. Our iconic brands include Repco, NAPA, McLeod Accessories and Motion Industries.
Yet we are more than just a parts and service company. We propel people forward.
With over 8000 team members in Asia Pacific, and 60k+ globally, being part of Genuine Parts Company won’t leave you standing still. Reach is key to our success. Learn more about our business online at www.gpcasiapac.com
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