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About the position
Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.
Responsibilities
- Lead NPI Process: Oversee and enhance the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to meet our ambitious objectives.
- Market Research: Dive deep into market data and uncover new application opportunities. Compile this data into a robust product funnel for both derivative and breakthrough products.
- Identify Opportunities: Spot new product opportunities and spearhead development projects based on thorough market research and competitive analysis.
- Prioritize Enhancements: Work closely with business partners and key stakeholders to prioritize and deliver product enhancements.
- Strategic Pricing: Understand pricing activities and policies, using financial analysis tools to make informed strategic decisions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with all departments to support every phase of new product launches.
- Dynamic Testing: Develop and implement dynamic product testing, including creating test specifications and physical testing apparatus.
- Technical Support: Provide expert support in resolving technical product quality issues through failure mode analysis and validation.
Requirements
- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marketing, or Business.
- Experience: At least 3 years of experience in product, sales, or marketing management.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of sealing components for automotive chassis, powertrain, and driveline systems/applications.
- Industry Insight: Knowledge of automotive application repair/remanufacturing and the automotive aftermarket industry is preferred.
- Lifecycle Processes: Familiarity with Staged Gate product lifecycle processes and APQP practices.
Benefits
- 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
- Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
- Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
- Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
- Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
