Product Manager - Aftermarket

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States |
BRAND: Bendix |
REQUISITION : 9547 |
JOB GRADE: 0 |
ON-SITE/REMOTE: Hybrid

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we've been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We're part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you'll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own.

You'll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today!

Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

This position is accountable for guiding the success of a defined aftermarket product portfolio—scaled in scope, complexity, and strategic importance according to level (13). The role drives growth and profitability across all aftermarket sales channels (OES & IAM) and leads cross-functional execution across the full product lifecycle, including ideation, development, commercialization, and end-of-life.

• Manage and implement aftermarket product portfolio strategy, including ideation, development, launch, and end‑of‑life.
• Own profitability levers: cost reductions, growth initiatives, pricing, and market analysis.
• Collaborate with Product Group Director to develop STRAP, MOP, and Risk/Opportunity outputs; present to Business Unit leadership and drive delivery.
• Lead multifunctional integrated program teams with strong customer and sales interface.
• Manage E&O, warranty investigations, RFQs, and Sales Planning.
• Lead new product introductions, change management, and ongoing Cost & Savings (C&S).
• Engage with R&D and Product Owners to ensure robust business cases and aftermarket representation.
• Deliver periodic executive updates on portfolio performance.
• Build strong customer relationships with key aftermarket stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends and define short-, mid-, and long‑term strategies.
• Develop deep knowledge of Bendix products and aftermarket distribution dynamics.

• Manages a narrower portfolio with low-to-moderate complexity.
• Executes established strategies; supports strategic planning inputs.

• Works under guidance; escalates complex trade-offs.
• Contributes to pricing, forecasting, and business case inputs.

• Leads defined work streams within integrated teams.
• Builds foundational influence across cross-functional groups.

• Leads defined work streams within integrated teams.
• Builds foundational influence across cross-functional groups.

• Familiarity with Bendix systems: electrical, safety, air brake.
• Basic understanding of component performance.
• Foundational strategic planning exposure.
• General trucking industry awareness.

• 1-3 years of product management, marketing, or R&D.
• Familiarity with heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive markets.
• Bendix product knowledge preferred.

• Foundational strategic thinking.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Analytical and research capabilities.
• Ability to work within hybrid matrix environments.

• Manages a broader or multi‑line portfolio with moderate complexity and revenue impact.
• Drives product growth, profitability, and lifecycle performance.

• Operates independently; frames cost/price/mix/capacity trade-offs.
• Develops and assesses business cases.

• Leads full cross-functional program teams.
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