*location*:apodaca / nuevo león (mx-nle), mexico | *brand*: bendix | *requisition id*:648 |* job grade*:18
*job description*:
*position summary*:
this position is responsible for developing & implementing product & customer strategies for the slack adjuster product line. Position has commercial responsibilities relative to product changes, pricing, profitability & contract review. Accountable for the technical resources, budgeting & forecasting for the product line. Position is also responsible for completing sales planning functions and aftermarket marketing strategies for the product group.
*essential functions*:
- the product manager is responsible for developing and implementing regional & global product strategies. This involves creating business cases for new products & product extensions as well as managing obsolescence / streamlining.
- creation & maintenance of key product roadmaps, including alignment with other business teams & customer’s product / technology roadmaps.
- this position manages the profitability of the assigned product families through cost reduction programs, growth programs, long-term agreements (lta), pricing & through improved plant operating performance.
- the product manager - in conjunction with the product group director - develops the strategic planning (strap) and mid-term operating plan (mop) for the assigned product lines, presents them to product business team (pbt) leadership, and delivers results based on the plans.
- must develop a strong working relationship with counterparts at knorr-bremse in all regions, including developing & implementing a worldwide strategy as needed.
- leads multifunctional integrated program teams, strong interface with external customers, oe/am sales, and knorr-bremse peers.
*knowledge*:
- in-depth knowledge of deisel engine and heavy vehicle transmission markets preferred.
- in-depth understanding of bendix business processes.
- in-depth understanding of the heavy diesel engine industry & trucking industry - its customers, manufacturers, associations, and regulatory issues.
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*experience*:
- minimum of 7 -10 years of experience, preferably in engineering or program management with increasing levels of responsibility.
- experience in the diesel engine, heavy-duty truck, bus and/or automotive market.
- experience in electronic controls & systems is a plus.
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*skills*:
- leads teams to drive new projects & programs in anticipation of business needs.
- possesses the skills to succeed in a hybrid matrix organization.
- strong business management (financial and portfolio analysis) and negotiation skills.
- able to adapt to the diversity and challenges of local and global working teams.
- strong interpersonal, written, and, oral communication skills in across-functional, team environment.
- able to work independently & prioritize time/resources/ goals.
- challenges and formulates new processes and strategic thinking and leads the development of new core processes and products to enhance product group business performance.
- able to identify customer needs and builds relationships with key engine and vehicle oem’s and fleet customers.
- influences and motivates others, provides direction, removes barriers, leads high impact teams.
- globally capable - must be comfortable working with and leading colleagues and customers in all regions as required
*education*:
- s./b.a. degree in engineering or business required. Masters or mba preferred.
Greenbelt certified preferred
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*what does bendix have to offer you?*:
- work-life balance that includes paid vacation & holiday paid time off
- vacation premium
- major medical expenses
- christmas bonus
- life insurance
- educational assistance program
- saving fund
- pantry vouchers
- personal days paid
- permits paid for: marriage or death of a direct relative
- cafeteria bonus