New Product Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

The New Product Specialist will coordinate and manage the day-to-day workflow related to market research for all new product ideas, collecting and organizing data related to products and pricing of new product ideas.  This position will also be responsible for monitoring and maintaining project timelines with the engineering and marketing departments.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Create and maintain all new product development documents to ensure appropriate part numbers are established and loaded into system.
• Compile and regularly update precise data for seamless entry of part numbers into the ERP system.
• Help coordinate data research to drive product decisions and build list priorities.
• Collaborate with marketing team to ensure new product assets are established within the timelines.
• Provide monthly category specific product/engineering changes to internal stakeholders.
• Collection and management of NPD/OEM Intake forms for disbursement to category managers.
• Manage the development of installation sheets for new products.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure websites are accurate for images, fitment, and instructions.
• Assist with additional projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• 3+ years of experience in driving cross functional processes, projects and/or programs independently and collaboratively.
• Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred.
• Experience working with timelines.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to develop reports and queries to meet the needs of appropriate audience.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision.
• Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to
• questions; demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is subject to sedentary work: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involved sitting most of the time.  Walking and standing are required occasionally.

Physical Activities

This position is subject to the following physical activities: talking, hearing, and the use of hands, wrists, or fingers in repetitive motions.

Visual Acuity

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office as well as warehouse type environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Perks That Go the Extra Mile :
At RealTruck, we take care of our people—because they drive our success. Enjoy great benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance and disability, and a 401(k) with company match (eligible the first of the month after you start). Need balance? We’ve got wellbeing days and parental leave. Want to grow? Take advantage of educational reimbursement. Plus, earn referral bonuses and score exclusive employee discounts on RealTruck products. Great benefits. Great people. Even better careers.

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.

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