Position Summary
The Product Line Manager – Independent Aftermarket (IAM) Parts is responsible for the day-to-day management, performance, and growth of assigned product lines within the automotive aftermarket portfolio. This role manages the product lifecycle from concept through launch and ongoing portfolio management, ensuring the product offering meets market demand, financial targets, and company strategic objectives.
The Product Line Manager works cross-functionally with purchasing, supply chain, marketing, sales, engineering, and supplier partners to support product launches, maintain competitive product offerings, and drive category performance. This position reports to the Category Manager and serves as the internal subject matter expert for assigned product lines.
Key Responsibilities
Product Line Ownership
- Serve as the primary owner and internal expert for assigned product lines.
- Manage the full product lifecycle including new product development, line extensions, product maintenance, and end-of-life decisions.
- Maintain detailed knowledge of product specifications, applications, competitive offerings, and market positioning.
Product Launch Management
- Lead the execution of new product introductions from concept through launch.
- Coordinate cross-functional activities with purchasing, supply chain, engineering, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful launches.
- Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure on-time product releases.
Market and Competitive Analysis
- Monitor industry trends, competitive products, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for portfolio expansion or improvement.
- Support market analysis to identify product gaps, coverage opportunities, and emerging trends in the automotive aftermarket.
Supplier and Purchasing Collaboration
- Partner with the purchasing team to support sourcing strategies and supplier management.
- Assist in evaluating supplier capabilities and ensuring products meet company standards for quality, cost, and delivery.
- Support cost management initiatives and product improvements through supplier collaboration.
Business Performance Management
- Monitor product line performance including sales, margin, inventory levels, and product lifecycle metrics.
- Support forecasting, pricing strategy, and profitability analysis for assigned product lines.
- Identify opportunities to improve product performance through portfolio adjustments or strategic initiatives.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Work with marketing and sales teams to support product positioning, customer presentations, and promotional initiatives.
- Provide technical product knowledge and support internal teams as needed.
- Ensure product data, documentation, and system information remain accurate and up to date.
Core Competencies
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Market and Competitive Analysis
- Cross-Functional Project Management
- Supplier Collaboration
- Business and Financial Analysis
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in product management, category management, purchasing, or related field, preferably within the automotive aftermarket industry.
- Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and cross-functional project coordination.
- Experience working with suppliers and internal operational teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in product management, category management, purchasing, or related field
- Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and cross-functional project coordination
- Experience working with suppliers and internal operational teams
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Stellantis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stellantis and has not been reviewed or approved by Stellantis.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Contract-driven increases lifted hourly wages roughly 25% over 4.5 years and restored cost-of-living adjustments, pushing top rates near $42 per hour by the end of the agreement. Union hourly positions appear to have benefited most since the 2023 deal.
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Affordable Benefits — UAW-represented hourly workers pay no premiums and about 3% of total healthcare costs while receiving comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage. This creates materially lower out-of-pocket costs for represented hourly roles.
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Retirement Support — Post-2007 hourly hires receive a 10% employer 401(k) contribution and legacy workers saw defined-benefit improvements with retiree bonuses. Salaried roles also cite a 401(k) with employer match and contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
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