Manager, Product - Compressors

Manager, Product - Compressors
LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States " BRAND: Bendix " REQUISITION ID: 7208 " JOB GRADE: 18
" 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! www.bendix.com/careers

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Summary:

This position is responsible for managing compressors product line within PG11, Compressors. Responsible for Project Management, Product Lifecycle Management and Product Development activities.

Essential Functions:

• Generate, coordinate and implement product group programs, tools, strategies, plans for the Compressors group by collaborating with cross-functional teams including OE sales, AFM/RX sales, purchasing, finance, and the production plant. Interface with all product groups as needed.
• Direct project management activities that interface with customers to determine requirements for successful new product introductions.
• Provide leadership for the Compressors product line in North America, including developing and driving the vision, strategy and budget to optimize all product activities.
• Work with the marketing manager and PG Director to create actionable plans that focus on product positioning, price, and performance to deliver win-win value propositions for customers and Bendix.
• Develop product lifecycle plans for compressor products considering how obsolescence links to new product strategies.
• Direct product development activities ensuring alignment with strategy and operating plans.
• Work with the PG Director to develop the AOP, MOP and STRAP documents as they pertain to the Air Treatment product line.
• Develop and maintain positive and healthy relationships with Knorr-Bremse SfN colleagues.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in various engineering roles in consistently more responsible positions, including program or project management.
• Experience in overseeing product development projects and at least 5 years with lead engineer experience required.

Skills:

• Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, closure, decision-making and driving for success/results. Strong organization and delegation skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze issues and make good decisions that are consistent with overall program objectives.
• Strong interpersonal skills, along with solid oral and written, communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage conflicts, both internal and external.
• Ability to communicate clearly across all levels of the organization; ability to listen and determine appropriate responses and actions.
• Strong presentation skills, ability to prepare and present executive analysis and reports to both internal and external customers.
• Knowledge and use of PDC and associated product development & commercialization processes including Microsoft Project.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Project.

Education:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Automotive Engineering preferred.

Position Requirements:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What does Bendix have to offer you?
- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- 401k Plan with Company matching
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Wellness Program and incentives
- Hybrid Work policy
- On-Site Fitness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options
- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:
Company-Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Legal
- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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