Product Manager - Automotive & Industrial Belts

Position Summary The Product Manager is responsible for driving the strategic development, management, and profitability of Goodyear Belts’ Automotive and Industrial Belt product portfolio worldwide. This role owns the product lifecycle from market analysis, competitive benchmarking, product definition, sourcing support, validation, launch, catalog management, and ongoing portfolio optimization. Working closely with Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and Global Sourcing teams, the Product Manager ensures the Goodyear Belts portfolio remains technically competitive, commercially attractive, and aligned with customer needs across automotive aftermarket, industrial distribution, OEM, and international markets. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy Develop and execute product strategies for Automotive and Industrial Belt product lines. Identify market opportunities through customer feedback, competitive analysis, industry trends, and market data. Build and maintain long‑term product roadmaps. Recommend portfolio optimization initiatives. Identify product gaps and expansion opportunities globally. Product Development Define specifications for new products and product improvements. Lead new product introduction (NPI) projects from concept through commercialization. Coordinate product validation, testing, and launch activities. Support sourcing teams in identifying and qualifying manufacturing partners. Product Portfolio Management Manage the complete Automotive and Industrial Belt product portfolio. Prioritize application coverage based on market demand and revenue potential. Monitor product lifecycle, identifying products for expansion, improvement, or discontinuation. Ensure product information remains accurate across ERP, PIM, ACES, PIES, and catalog systems. Market Intelligence Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, competitive products, and pricing. Analyze customer requirements across automotive aftermarket, industrial distribution, OEM, agriculture, heavy‑duty, HVAC, lawn & garden, and power transmission markets. Develop competitive benchmarking reports. Cross‑Functional Leadership Partner with Sales to support major customer opportunities. Work with Marketing on product positioning, technical literature, catalogs, and launch materials. Collaborate with Supply Chain on inventory planning and sourcing strategies. Support international product expansion initiatives. Business Performance Monitor KPIs including: Sales Gross Margin Product Coverage New Product Introductions Product Availability Inventory Performance Present quarterly business reviews and product performance recommendations. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field. MBA is a plus. Experience Minimum of 5 years of Product Management experience , preferably within: Automotive Aftermarket Industrial Power Transmission Belts Bearings Motion Control Mechanical Components Industrial Distribution Heavy Duty OEM Experience with both automotive and industrial products is strongly preferred. Technical Knowledge Candidates should possess knowledge in one or more of the following: Automotive accessory drive systems Serpentine belts Timing belts Industrial V‑Belts Synchronous belts Variable speed belts Agricultural belts Lawn & Garden belts Conveyor belts Belt drive systems Power transmission products Experience with: ACES PIES ERP systems Product Information Management (PIM) Master Data Management (MDM) Product lifecycle management Skills Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent project management capabilities. Ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects. Strong presentation and communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environment. Data‑driven decision maker. Highly organized and detail‑oriented. Strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Why Join Us Dynamic and collaborative work environment within a growing manufacturing company. Competitive salary with performance‑based increases. Health, dental, vision, 401(k), and additional benefits. Room for advancement in a fast‑growing organization. Opportunity to play a key role in the financial operations of the company. What We Offer Stable, full‑time salaried position. Supportive leadership and team‑oriented culture. Salary review after 6 months based on performance and mastery of responsibilities. Insurance benefits, 401k #J-18808-Ljbffr GOODYEAR BELTS