Product Manager - Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment

Product Manager - Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment

Alliant Power is the nation's leading provider of premium engine repair components, specializing in Original Equipment fuel systems, turbochargers, and aftertreatment parts and installation kits for on road, off road, and marine engines. Our expansive product range and service network of certified repair experts will ensure the right repair is done right the first time. Alliant Power provides new and certified remanufactured parts and offers complete kit solutions to facilitate faster quality repair. Our 50+ year relationship with leading industry manufacturers has made us the largest integrated provider of premium engine repair components. With the dedication of our technical, inside sales and operational staff in four U.S. time zones, we ensure our partners get the support and timely, accurate service they need.

Ownership of strategic product category direction aimed specifically at enhancing Alliant Powers sales, profit, inventory turns and market position within the industry while upholding Alliant Powers high standards of ethics and integrity as a representative of the corporation. This role will lead, develop, and manage our Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment product lines and growth reporting to the Director of Product Management.

Develops and executes market strategies for assigned product categories.

Collaborate with cross-functional departments to support category management, product assortment, promotions, marketing, pricing, supply chain, sales, customer service, and IT initiatives.

Maintain vendor relationships, including assisting with negotiations for sourcing assigned product categories.

Assess potential vendors on pricing, quality, service capabilities, and financial stability to ensure alignment with company standards.

Serve as a project coordinator for vendor or program changes, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with company objectives.

Research and analyze sales and profitability performance metrics to support decision-making and strategy adjustments.

Work with supply chain specialists to optimize product turnover and align with Alliant Power's engine roadmap.

Identify, evaluate, and own in executing net productivity opportunities that align with annual company goals.

Operate in compliance with the quality management system requirements and provide input for system improvements.

Perform additional tasks and assignments as needed to support departmental goals.

Contribute to the growth of Alliant Power's sales, profitability, and market share within the North American aftermarket.

Collaborate with suppliers to develop and present competitive programs to the aftermarket.

Improve operational efficiencies by collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop procurement, sales, and marketing programs.

All Alliant Power employees shall exhibit the following :

1. Attendance and dependability : The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employees can be dependent upon completing work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and are conscientious about assignments.

2. Communication / listening : The employee communicates effectively and appropriately. Uses good judgment as to what to communicate with whom as well as the best way to get that accomplished. Listens to others and allows them to make their point.

3. Relationships with others : The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, coworkers, and individuals inside and outside the company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

4. Safety and security : The employee actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

5. Quality and continuous improvement : The employee promotes organizational effectiveness by anticipating and dealing with problems. Encourages others to suggest improvements to work processes, and persistently focuses on quality, as well as on results. Seeks ways to improve productivity and effectiveness by identifying sources of mistakes and determining or suggesting a course of action to prevent their recurrence.

6. Teamwork : The employee is a team player who contributes valuable ideas, opinions, and feedback. Communicates openly and honestly and can be counted on to fulfill commitments made to others.

Skills & Qualifications :

1-3 years in Product Management or equivalent experience, including contract negotiations, program management, data analysis and procurement activities required.

Managerial presentation and reporting experience preferred.

Advanced skills required in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Strong Project Management skills are required.

Maintain open communication on project status. Monitor project progress and manage any issues that arise.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

Ability to manage congruent and diverging projects.