REQUIREMENTS

* Transmission experience a must (aftermarket or OE)

* Electrical experience with CVT, EVT & Dual Clutch Technology desired

* Product management, market research, pricing, product launches and project management a must

* Proven track record in maintaining, improving and increasing product margins and market share

* Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization

* Ability to move projects through the organization with minimal direction

* Experience setting objectives and developing plans to implement

* Expertise of Microsoft Office software and applications

* Lean / Six Sigma training a plus

* Bachelors Degree in Marketing , Electrical Engineering or related discipline

DESCRIPTION

* Manage multiple product lines associated with the electrical and transmission component lines

* Additional products include cables, bearings, bushings, coolers, CV components, modulators, Speedo gears, switch kits, u-joints, testers, tools and washers

* Research, development & launch of new products, thru entire life cycle, sufficient to meet company growth and financial objectives

* Develop sales tools with the assistance of Marketing Services

* Develop sales kits, sell sheets, manuals, catalogs, technical bulletins and sales assist tools in order entry

* Lead company efforts to research future driveline technologies and trends, government regulations and market factors

* Coordinate all areas needed to attain the annual plan, forecasts and strategic business objectives

* Research / development of new products based on market trends, competitive analysis & customer demand

* Prepare business plans for all new products and present to senior management for approval

* Product line P&L accountability

* Provide sourcing strategy including identification of new suppliers, purchased terms, conditions and an inventory plan for market support

* Provide sales channel plan to grow, support target market/ customers and a marketing plan to promote the new products

* Interface with industry experts and customers, as needed

* Attend and assist at trade shows as required. Develop trade show displays as required

Please email resume to ralph@aaegroup.com for confidential consideration