Product Management - Product Development Specialist
About The Position
The Product Specialist supports the execution, optimization, and day-to-day product management operations for assigned Outdoor Power Equipment product lines, with a strong emphasis on retail execution, product data accuracy, and cross-functional coordination. This hands-on role will work closely with Product Line Management to execute strategic initiatives as well as Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and external retail partners to ensure products are accurately specified and effectively merchandised. The role blends tactical product management, retail merchandising support, and product data governance, ensuring successful product lifecycle execution from sourcing and launch through retail execution and ongoing support.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
- Mechanical or technical aptitude; experience with OPE, Power Sports, Marine, Automotive, or replacement parts preferred
- Experience in product or technical support, product data management, merchandising, or related role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with ERP and PIM systems required
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage and audit complex item specifications
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Responsibilities
- Support the development, execution, and lifecycle management of assigned product lines
- Assist in evaluating new product opportunities, line extensions, and assortment changes
- Execute tactical initiatives as directed by the Product Line Manager
- Support product change requests, product cost analysis, and margin maintenance
- Maintain accurate and complete product data in ERP, PIM, and related systems
- Create, review, audit, and update product specifications, documentation, packaging, labeling, and technical content
- Ensure data consistency across all systems and sales channels
- Identify and resolve discrepancies through cross-functional collaboration
- Develop, maintain, and update planograms aligned with merchandising strategy and retail constraints
- Support visual merchandising standards and ensure consistent in-store execution
- Conduct retail audits and reviews to verify correct product setup and presentation
- Analyze merchandising and product performance; provide insights and improvement recommendations
- Support retail partners and internal teams with product information and documentation
- Execute product launch plans, schedules, and milestone tracking
- Coordinate product photography, content creation, and technical documentation
- Support the development of training materials for sales, marketing, and retail teams
- Collect and organize Voice-of-Customer (VOC) data
- Conduct preliminary market research and competitive analysis; maintain competitive intelligence
- Serve as a day-to-day liaison with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Customer Service
- Coordinate sample evaluations, testing, and quality documentation
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives for product, retail, and data processes
- Support inventory planning, forecasting, and product change processes
- Support customer service with technical product guidance and issue resolution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
