Accessory Product Planner

About the position

The Accessory Product Planner will be responsible for developing and presenting Tier 1 accessory product plans. The Planner will create new product plans in accordance with OEM product guides and specifications, and in consideration of historical sales data and competitor offerings within the vehicle segment with an emphasis on advanced technologies. The successful candidate will also be responsible for initiating investigations of accessory concepts and performing research and analysis to assist in vetting potential new accessories. This position requires excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate & present new vehicle product plans according to industry and market trends.
• Generate & present new concept package reports with thorough investigation of business case, potential risk level, customer interest, supplier availability, installation complexity, competitor availability and idea source.
• Develop business cases and manage profitability reviews for current and future projects aligning with changing product plan and OEM approved list.
• Curate intel from Brand Planning while transmitting information into Product Plan.
• Generate & present trend reports as requested with concise and related information with clear benefit to current or future applications.
• Provide general administrative support for the Accessory Planning Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required in business statistics, market research, vehicle engineering, or other related subjects.
• Experience in automotive accessory business with strong background in mechanical & technical understanding of automotive.
• Solid experience in creating information from raw data.
• Knowledge of vehicle and accessory lifecycles within a wholesale environment.
• Strong background in interpersonal communications.
• High competency and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Advanced knowledge of electronic communication, data gathering, and reporting methods.
• Strong analytical skill set, ideally with experience in statistical methodology as it relates to data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Previous experience/knowledge of market segmentation and research fundamentals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Pre-tax savings plans
• Pre-tax parking and commuter plans
• Supplemental health and welfare plans
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance program
• Pet insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short-term incentives
• Paid time off