Job Description
Job Overview : The Product Management Data Specialist is responsible for the execution of product management support and administration activities ensuring that information about Client products is shared appropriately between business systems and functional groups. This position will provide regular process guidance and training to the Global Product Management teams, including proactively identifying and recommending ways to improve the current product launch processes with the goals of improving decision quality, reducing cycle time, improving scalability, and improving efficiency. This position ensures that internal stakeholders, systems, and distribution channels are using the same product, specification, and pricing information from a well-maintained source. This position will facilitate the continuation of efficient data management and order entry in all regions and serve to develop and enforce good processes globally.
Role & Responsibility
- Support the Product Managers across regions through management and coordination of key processes, including but not limited to launching new products, keeping existing products up to date, price changes, and product discontinuations
- Execute all data requests for new products and updates to existing products
- Maintain and provide accurate product information and pricing information for Client channel partners and Client personnel through printed materials, PDF documents for distribution via channel applications and in quoting and ordering systems
- Setup new product, option package configurations, NAGS / Key account specific items, pricing, and other relevant information in ordering systems such as Oracle Configurator, SAP Variant Configurator, Data Admin, , and Dealer Quote to Order
- Conduct validation sessions with Product Manager(s), Inside Sales representative and Product Call Center representative to ensure product is set up accurately prior to launch
- Create supporting product documentation including price pages and bid specifications that will be provided for Marketing and other interested functions.
- Entry and continued management of product specifications and auto order rules in systems to ensure distribution channel is working off the latest information
- Manage product information through entire product life cycle from creation to discontinuation ensuring that all systems are updated appropriately throughout
- Governance :
- Identify and execute operational improvement initiatives and communicate implemented solutions to Product Managers and other affected departments across regions
- Lead the cleansing, normalization and standardization of global product information including part numbers, descriptions, specifications and other related data working with Product Managers, ECOCs, Inside Sales, and IT
- Closely collaborate with product managers, inside sales and commercial team across regions to structure the product catalog to support easy quoting and ordering by users but also meets company requirements
- Drive sharing of product information across systems including Specification System, Inventory, Retails and Warranty System, Dealer Marketing Systems and departments including Marketing and Service to ensure one source of truth
- Drive consistent use of product information across all systems and regions by participating in technical projects that require access to product information
- Develop, follow, and enforce data standards across regions
- Closely collaborate with resources in all regions to support the data needs of product launch schedule.
Requirements
Required skills and experience :
Education Required : BS in Business, Web / Software Development, Information Systems or related experience.Experience Required : Minimum of 3 yearsTravel Required :Experience with product bill of materials and configuration preferredHighly proactive, extremely organized, self-starter capable of managing several projects at the same timeAbility to drive efficiency for the global Product Management team pursuing solutions and providing recommendations for enhanced operationsAble to build positive business relationships and work collaboratively across organizational and regional boundariesHigh level of customer service with effective communication and presentation skillsAttention to detail and accuracyDemonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office products especially ExcelExperience with Jira and Confluence preferredField MarketersRequirements
Required skills and Experience : Proficiency in all the AWS Web Services below :
LambdaAPI GatewayAurora RDS & PostgreSQLDynamoDBApp SyncCloudFormationSQSCloudWatch Development Practices :Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD)Writing unit and integration tests as part of the development lifecycle Programming Languages & Frameworks : Proficiency in : JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, Java, Vue.js (versions 2 & 3), Nuxt.js, HTML, CSS (SCSS, SASS, Tailwind) Frontend Development :Ability to translate visual designs into functional, responsive websites Architecture & APIs Experience with :Microservices and serverless architectureRESTful APIs (OpenAPI) Development Tools & MethodologiesFamiliarity with Agile methodologies and SDLC conceptsProficiency with Git and GitHub for version controlExperience configuring IDEs and web application servers for remote debugging Design & IntegrationStrong understanding of design and integration principles for complex IT environmentsAbility to conceptualize technical solutions and produce detailed design documentation Problem Solving & CommunicationStrong research, troubleshooting, and analytical skillsAbility to independently resolve issues using available resourcesExcellent oral and written communication skillsProven ability to deliver high-quality, robust applications Professional AttributesKnowledge of current technologies and application development trendsStrong time management and multitasking abilitiesEnthusiastic, detail-oriented, and a team player Preferred / Desired :Knowledge of B2B applications.Knowledge of system design and integration.Understanding of OktaKnowledge of Magnolia or any kind of CMS experienceAnalytical and problem-solving skills are required.Experience with GitHub actions.Familiarity with security standards and best practices in application development.Knowledge of encryption techniques.Experience with Oracle Cloud and Oracle OCI.Experience with GitHub actionsAWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer) are a plus Education :Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering preferable Computer Science / Engineering.