Product Category Manager, Performance Automotive & Powersports
Metasys Technologies, Grand Prairie, TX, United States
Product Category Manager, Performance Automotive & Powersports
Riverside, CA 92507 or Grand Prairie, TX 75050 -Hybrid/Remote
Salary:
$135,000 – $150,000 + bonus potential
Position Overview
We are seeking a
Product Category Manager
to drive the next generation of performance products within the automotive and powersports aftermarket. This role is responsible for identifying new product opportunities, developing category strategies, and partnering closely with Product Development and Engineering to bring innovative, high-performance products to market.
The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of the performance aftermarket, understands enthusiast-driven markets, and can translate market insights into successful product launches.
Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Growth
Develop and execute category strategies to drive revenue growth and market share expansion
Identify new product opportunities through market research, competitive analysis, and vehicle platform trends
Build and manage product roadmaps aligned with business objectives
Product Innovation
Lead new product ideation and translate customer needs into product concepts and requirements
Act as the voice of the customer throughout the product development lifecycle
Partner with Engineering to ensure products deliver meaningful performance, quality, and differentiation
Market & Competitive Intelligence
Monitor trends within the automotive and powersports performance aftermarket
Analyze competitor products, pricing strategies, and market positioning
Leverage vehicle platform insights and VIO data to prioritize product opportunities
Product Launch & Lifecycle Management
Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop go-to-market strategies
Define product positioning, features, and value propositions
Track category performance and adjust strategies to optimize growth and profitability
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field
5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or product development within the automotive or powersports aftermarket
Strong knowledge of performance aftermarket products and enthusiast markets
Proven ability to identify opportunities and successfully launch new products
Strong analytical skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Preferred
Experience with product development stage-gate processes
Familiarity with vehicle fitment data and aftermarket distribution channels
Passion for automotive or powersports performance
Why Join Us
Opportunity to shape and grow high-impact product categories
Work alongside innovative engineering and product development teams
Be part of building next-generation performance products for a global enthusiast market
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Riverside, CA 92507 or Grand Prairie, TX 75050 -Hybrid/Remote
Salary:
$135,000 – $150,000 + bonus potential
Position Overview
We are seeking a
Product Category Manager
to drive the next generation of performance products within the automotive and powersports aftermarket. This role is responsible for identifying new product opportunities, developing category strategies, and partnering closely with Product Development and Engineering to bring innovative, high-performance products to market.
The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of the performance aftermarket, understands enthusiast-driven markets, and can translate market insights into successful product launches.
Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Growth
Develop and execute category strategies to drive revenue growth and market share expansion
Identify new product opportunities through market research, competitive analysis, and vehicle platform trends
Build and manage product roadmaps aligned with business objectives
Product Innovation
Lead new product ideation and translate customer needs into product concepts and requirements
Act as the voice of the customer throughout the product development lifecycle
Partner with Engineering to ensure products deliver meaningful performance, quality, and differentiation
Market & Competitive Intelligence
Monitor trends within the automotive and powersports performance aftermarket
Analyze competitor products, pricing strategies, and market positioning
Leverage vehicle platform insights and VIO data to prioritize product opportunities
Product Launch & Lifecycle Management
Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop go-to-market strategies
Define product positioning, features, and value propositions
Track category performance and adjust strategies to optimize growth and profitability
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field
5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or product development within the automotive or powersports aftermarket
Strong knowledge of performance aftermarket products and enthusiast markets
Proven ability to identify opportunities and successfully launch new products
Strong analytical skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Preferred
Experience with product development stage-gate processes
Familiarity with vehicle fitment data and aftermarket distribution channels
Passion for automotive or powersports performance
Why Join Us
Opportunity to shape and grow high-impact product categories
Work alongside innovative engineering and product development teams
Be part of building next-generation performance products for a global enthusiast market
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