Product Manager- Undercarriage

Job Overview

The Product Manager, Undercarriage (UC), has collaborative responsibility for the lifecycle of our aftermarket UC portfolio as well as UC support programs and tooling. The Product Manager will report to the Sr. UC Product Manager and be responsible for executing product strategy, identifying market opportunities, and for revenue growth and profitability. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, strong UC product and application knowledge, and data analytics related to sales, cost and opportunity.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Product Strategy Execution: Implement a comprehensive product strategy for the undercarriage product line, tools and programs; aligning with overall company goals and market demands.
• •Product Support: Manage all UC parts related information and ensure accuracy and completeness of product attributes and hierarchical structure in Komatsu’s PIM system. Act as the SME for UC in Komatsu North America’s market.
• •Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify customer needs, competitive landscape, and marketshare. Use insights to drive innovation and marketing campaigns.
• •Product Planning: Create product roadmaps outlining key milestones, features, and enhancements. Prioritize initiatives based on market impact, customer feedback, and business objectives.
• •Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including parts operations for inventory planning and positioning; Sales for targeted opportunities, Dealer specific incentive programs and campaigns and training needs; and Marketing to ensure alignment and execution of product initiatives and promotions.
• •Product Launch and Marketing Support: Work with marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies, product messaging, and sales collateral. Support product launches with effective communication and training materials.
• •Performance Monitoring Track product performance, market share, and customer satisfaction. Continuously monitor metrics and make data-driven decisions to optimize product performance and profitability.
• •Customer Engagement: Act as a primary point of contact for Dealer inquiries, feedback, and support related to the undercarriage product line. Build strong relationships with key customers and gather insights to inform product enhancements.
• •Support other strategic initiatives of the Parts Marketing department as necessary

Qualifications/Requirements

• Extensive prior experience with Undercarriage in the heavy equipment market is required.
• •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or 5+ years in product management roles, preferably within the heavy equipment or automotive industry.
• •Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• •Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• •Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• •Passion for innovation and driving continuous improvement in product offerings.

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