Product Manager 1-3 - Aftermarket 

LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 9547 | JOB GRADE: 0  

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: Hybrid 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

Please note: At this time,  we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship. 

Position Summary:

This position is accountable for guiding the success of a defined aftermarket product portfolio—scaled in scope, complexity, and strategic importance according to level (1–3). The role drives growth and profitability across all aftermarket sales channels (OES & IAM) and leads cross-functional execution across the full product lifecycle, including ideation, development, commercialization, and end-of-life.

Essential Functions:

• 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.

PRODUCT MANAGER 1 — AFTERMARKET

Scope & Impact:

• Manages a narrower portfolio with low-to-moderate complexity.
• Executes established strategies; supports strategic planning inputs.

Decision-Making & Autonomy:

• Works under guidance; escalates complex trade-offs.
• Contributes to pricing, forecasting, and business case inputs.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Leads defined workstreams within integrated teams.
• Builds foundational influence across cross-functional groups.

Customer Engagement:

• Leads defined workstreams within integrated teams.
• Builds foundational influence across cross-functional groups.

Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Bendix systems: electrical, safety, air brake.
• Basic understanding of component performance.
• Foundational strategic planning exposure.
• General trucking industry awareness.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of product management, marketing, or R&D. 
• Familiarity with heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive markets.
• Bendix product knowledge preferred.

Skills:

• Foundational strategic thinking.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Analytical and research capabilities.
• Ability to work within hybrid matrix environments.

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PRODUCT MANAGER 2 — AFTERMARKET

Scope & Impact:

• Manages a broader or multi‑line portfolio with moderate complexity and revenue impact.
• Drives product growth, profitability, and lifecycle performance.

Decision-Making & Autonomy:

• Operates independently; frames cost/price/mix/capacity trade-offs.
• Develops and assesses business cases.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Leads full cross-functional program teams.
• Mentors others and contributes to best‑practice sharing across PGs..

Customer Engagement:

• Builds strong customer relationships and supports account strategies.
• Influences customer decisions and ensures portfolio sustainability.

Knowledge:

• 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.

Experience:

• 5+ years of product management, marketing, or R&D. 
• In‑depth heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive market knowledge.
• Skilled in project management.

Skills:

• 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.

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PRODUCT MANAGER 3 — AFTERMARKET

Scope & Impact:

• Owns a complex, strategically critical portfolio with significant revenue/profit impact.
• Shapes long‑term portfolio vision for North America; contributes globally.

Decision-Making & Autonomy:

• Operates with high autonomy; makes enterprise‑level decisions.
• Leads strategy, capital planning, and potentially M&A assessments.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Recognized aftermarket expert; leads major cross‑functional initiatives.
• Mentors Project Managers and Product Owners.

Customer Engagement:

• Builds executive-level customer relationships.
• Shapes competitive strategy and external positioning.

Knowledge:

• 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.

Experience:

• 7+ years of product management, marketing, or R&D. 
• Proven expertise in heavy‑duty truck/bus/automotive markets.
• Highly experienced in project/program management.

Skills:

• Advanced strategic and visionary thinking.
• Exceptional analytics, communication, negotiation, and leadership.
• Strong global collaboration and enterprise influence.

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Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business required.
• Master’s/MBA preferred.
• Green Belt certification is preferred.

Position Requirements: 

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note: At this time,  we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship. 

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Avon, Ohio is $75,900 to $158,200 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis

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What does Bendix have to offer you? 
- Work/life balance that includes 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
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Legal
- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection 

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.