NPI Product Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify new product development opportunities through industry, vendor, and competitor data.
• Gather and analyze market trends, cross-references, and vehicle application information to support product approvals and launches.
• Provide technical information, product specifications, application data, and assembly guidelines to internal teams and customers.
• Support Sales teams by assisting with product introductions and category expansion initiatives.
• Address and resolve technical queries from customers regarding both existing and new products.
• Develop and suggest packaging guidelines aligned with customer and sourcing requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Purchasing, Sales, Operations, IT, and Marketing) to resolve vendor or product concerns.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and alignment with business needs.
• Contribute to team objectives and overall product development goals.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Prior experience in product management, marketing, procurement, or data analysis.
• Automotive or heavy-duty aftermarket experience strongly preferred (engines, suspension, transmission, body parts, etc.).
• Previous B2B or B2C experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze market data and identify product opportunities.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Technical & Skills Proficiency:

• Automotive Parts Expertise

  Strong knowledge of heavy-duty parts and aftermarket products to ensure product accuracy and alignment with industry standards.

• Excel-Based Data Management

  High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (LOOKUP, Pivot Tables, conditional formatting, delimited files, data manipulation) and strong PowerPoint skills.

• Customer Collaboration

  Ability to translate customer needs into product requirements and ensure product data aligns with system and business requirements.

• Communication

  Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present and work effectively across all organizational levels.

• Time Management

  Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Positive attitude, self-driven, and collaborative team player with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

System & Tool Access:

1. Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
2. Infor XA
3. SharePoint
4. Power BI
5. Other internal systems/tools as needed to support business objectives

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