NPI Product Specialist

Position Overview:

The NPI (New Product Introduction) Product Specialist will play a key role in supporting new product development and expanding the company’s product portfolio. This role requires strong analytical, technical, and collaboration skills to identify new opportunities, manage product data, and support product launches. The Product Specialist will work cross-functionally with Product Development, IT, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Quality, and Operations to ensure successful product introductions and ongoing product support.

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
   

Why Join Us?

The NPI Product Specialist role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on product expansion, market positioning, and customer success.