Product Line Specialist
We are looking for a Product Line Specialist to join our Exlar team!
As a Product Line Specialist, you will serve as the technical expert for the assigned actuator product lines. You will support product lifecycle management, ongoing maintenance and enhancements to the assigned product lines by providing exceptional product knowledge to internal teams, customers, and partners. You will drive product line success by bridging engineering, sales, marketing, and customer’s needs to meet strategic growth and financial objectives. This candidate must be able to operate across industries and org charts with desired experience in a wide range of markets including and not limited to industrial automation, automotive, food and beverage, and defense.
Location: Chanhassen, MN (Hybrid)
Salary: $67,400 - $89,900
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in MN. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
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Your Challenge
Act as a technical expert on the assigned actuator product line (electric actuators).
Provide pre-sale and post-sale support to application engineering and sales, including sizing/selection, application engineering, and custom configuration recommendations as needed.
Collaborate with engineering and sales to identify product gaps, gather voice-of-the-customer feedback, and support the development or enhancement of new and existing products.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to monitor industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies in industrial automation and motion control.
Assist in creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including datasheets, technical notes, competitive datasheets, installation manuals, and training materials.
Develop and deliver internal and external product training for sales teams, application engineers, and customers on product features, sizing & selection, maintenance, and installation.
Assist with analyzing product performance data, warranty claims, and customer returns to drive continuous improvement and product enhancements.
Work cross-functionally with marketing communications, sales, and operations to optimize pricing strategies, inventory management, and product lifecycle management.
Participate in customer visits, trade shows, and other industry events to build relationships, gather insights, and promote actuator product lines.
Contribute to sales forecasting and business planning for the product line by providing technical and market intelligence.
Be a customer advocate driving business performance to meet growing customer demands.
Execute product strategies to meet the overall strategic and financial objectives of the business unit.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Curious and eager to learn, with a strong desire to grow and develop a career in product management.
Adaptable and comfortable taking on new responsibilities.
Passion for working with people and an interest in moving beyond a purely technical role into a business-focused position.
Experience in sales, product support or customer-facing roles.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and other cross-functional teams.
Experience with pricing models, cost structures, and proposal processes.
Ability to interpret technical product information and translate it for commercial audiences.
Must be a US Person.
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