Director, Product Management & Pricing

Overview

Director level role responsible for regional product management and marketing strategy across North America, focusing on portfolio lifecycle, new product introductions, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Own the regional product portfolio strategy, including lifecycle planning and market coverage.
• Lead New Product Introductions (NPI) and ensure cataloging excellence for North American applications.
• Collaborate with R&D and operations to define product features and value propositions.
• Develop and implement regional brand positioning and communication strategies.
• Manage packaging, promotions, and digital presence tailored to North American customers.
• Drive trade marketing initiatives across retail, wholesale distributors, and eCommerce.
• Define and execute regional pricing strategies, including discount structures and competitive benchmarking.
• Monitor pricing performance and support sales teams with pricing analytics.
• Lead market intelligence efforts to identify customer needs, competitive trends, and growth opportunities.
• Integrate insights into product development, marketing campaigns, and strategic planning.
• Partner with regional sales, operations, and global teams to ensure cohesive execution.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.

• Education: Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 8–12 years of experience in product management and marketing, preferably in the automotive aftermarket or technical industries. Automotive Aftermarket experience strongly preferred. Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading through influence.
• Skills: Strong leadership and project management skills; proven ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies; fluent in English;
  Spanish or French is a plus; willingness to travel across North America.
• Key
  
  Competencies:
  
  Strategic and analytical thinking; customer-focused innovation; strong communication and stakeholder management; cross-functional collaboration; adaptability in a dynamic, matrixed environment.

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Product Management and Marketing