Parts Aftermarket Manager

Senior Parts Aftermarket Manager is responsible for leading strategic value‑tier aftermarket initiative with full P&L ownership, commercial strategy leadership, and final decision-making authority across product categories. This role oversees product development, supplier alignment, eCommerce expansion, and cross-functional execution to deliver profitable growth, rapid time‑to‑market, and a best‑in‑class customer experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the aftermarket parts portfolio with full P&L accountability and value‑tier strategy
Drive product portfolio strategy including selection, prioritization, specifications, validation, and launch readiness.
Build and manage global supplier partnerships focused on quality, cost, delivery, and technical alignment.
Lead cross‑functional collaboration with Engineering, Supplier Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, eCommerce, and Warranty teams.
Oversee rapid time‑to‑market execution while ensuring compliance with safety requirements, brand standards, and dealer expectations.
Direct eCommerce readiness including catalog accuracy, merchandising, digital content, and customer experience.
Monitor warranty and field performance; lead corrective actions and ongoing product improvements.
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of speed, accountability, and technical discipline.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, or related field required.
MBA or advanced business/technical degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years experience in aftermarket parts, supplier development, product management, or related commercial/technical leadership roles.
Industry experience Automotive or Heavy equipment or Agricultural and or construction equipment,
Demonstrated progression of responsibility and business acumen leading to P&L or major program ownership.
Deep industry background in aftermarket parts:
Supplier development
Technical specification development
Quality and validation processes
Global Sourcing
eCommerce and dealer support programs
Strong understanding of OEM dealer-channel requirements for aftermarket product distribution.
Proven track record of delivering profitable growth and operational excellence.
Ability to manage complex global supplier ecosystems and technical commercialization processes.
Strong analytical and financial skills to interpret P&L drivers, margins, and market dynamics.

Corporate OEM Procurement Manager

The Procurement Manager will lead procurement activities for both primary and aftermarket product lines, The incumbent will identify and qualify suppliers capable of supporting differentiated product levels, negotiate contracts, and foster strong supplier partnerships to meet operational and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

Aftermarket Strategy Development: Design and execute procurement strategies for aftermarket parts
Supplier Segmentation & Qualification: Identify suppliers capable of delivering tiered product quality and pricing. Develop evaluation criteria for suppliers to support multiple product tiers.
Cost Optimization & Value Engineering: Analyze cost structures for aftermarket parts and implement sourcing strategies that maximize value across product tiers.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to define specifications for each tier and ensure alignment with customer expectations and brand positioning.
Contract Negotiation & Risk Management: Negotiate favorable terms for aftermarket suppliers, including pricing, delivery schedules, and warranty conditions tailored to tiered offerings.
Performance Monitoring: Establish KPIs for aftermarket suppliers, focusing on quality consistency across tiers, on-time delivery, and responsiveness to market changes.
Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends and competitor strategies in aftermarket procurement to continuously refine the Good, Better, Best approach.



Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in aftermarket purchasing or tiered product strategies.
Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Proficiency in SAP ERP/WMS and Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven experience as a Procurement Manager, Sourcing Manager, Procurement Engineer or similar role
Knowledge of value engineering and cost optimization techniques.
Strong analytical skills for market and supplier performance evaluation.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access and the ability to quickly learn other software packages.