Knorr-Bremse, through its Bendix brand, has been a leader in braking technologies for 90 years. They are seeking a Product Manager for their aftermarket product portfolio, responsible for driving growth and profitability, managing product lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Manage and implement aftermarket product portfolio strategy, including ideation, development, launch, and end‑of‑life
- Own profitability levers: cost reductions, growth initiatives, pricing, and market analysis
- Collaborate with Product Group Director to develop STRAP, MOP, and Risk/Opportunity outputs; present to Business Unit leadership and drive delivery
- Lead multifunctional integrated program teams with strong customer and sales interface
- Manage E&O, warranty investigations, RFQs, and Sales Planning
- Lead new product introductions, change management, and ongoing Cost & Savings (C&S)
- Engage with R&D and Product Owners to ensure robust business cases and aftermarket representation
- Deliver periodic executive updates on portfolio performance
- Build strong customer relationships with key aftermarket stakeholders
- Analyze market trends and define short-, mid-, and long‑term strategies
- Develop deep knowledge of Bendix products and aftermarket distribution dynamics
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or business required
- 1-3 years of product management, marketing, or R&D
- Familiarity with heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive markets
- Familiarity with Bendix systems: electrical, safety, air brake
- Basic understanding of component performance
- Foundational strategic planning exposure
- General trucking industry awareness
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Analytical and research capabilities
- Ability to work within hybrid matrix environments
- Master's/MBA preferred
- Green Belt certification is preferred
- Bendix product knowledge preferred
- Strong understanding of Bendix systems
- Technical knowledge of system components
- Intermediate knowledge of manufacturing and design processes
- Proficient in business case and P&L development
- Intermediate trucking industry understanding
- 5+ years of product management, marketing, or R&D
- In‑depth heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive market knowledge
- Skilled in project management
- Excellent strategic and visionary thinking
- Strong prioritization and resource management
- Ability to understand complex problems and develop solutions
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Success in hybrid matrix organization
- 7+ years of product management, marketing, or R&D
- Proven expertise in heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive markets
- Highly experienced in project/program management
- Advanced knowledge of Bendix systems
- Expert understanding of manufacturing, cost structures, and system design
- Extensive strategic planning and P&L expertise
- Advanced industry and regulatory knowledge
Benefits
- 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
- Company-Paid Benefits: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Company-Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability
- Company-Paid Benefits: Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Company-Paid Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical and Prescription insurance
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Dental insurance
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Vision insurance
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Accident Plan
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Critical Illness Plan
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Legal
- Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Identity Theft and Fraud Protection
Company Overview
Knorr-Bremse is the global market and technology leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other innovative solutions for the rail and commercial vehicle industries. It was founded in 1905, and is headquartered in Munich, Bayern, DEU, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.knorr-bremse.com.
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