Product Manager

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Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products.  Today, we have more than 3,800 employees across 29 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Reaching a revenue of $2.13 billion in 2025, Dorman is publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM.

Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Job Summary

Dayton Parts is seeking a Product Manager to join our team. As a Product Manager for Dayton, you will plan, organize, and control assigned heavy duty product lines from conception through product life cycle for optimal profit and to achieve marketing, financial, and corporate growth objectives. This role drives business growth and performance at product category level; co-developing and co- leading/influencing customer, pricing, sourcing and service strategies. Directly/indirectly manage one or more cross-functional product teams. Actively think long-term strategy (12-24 months) and planning accordingly to sustain and drive initiatives to successful completion.  

This is a hybrid role based in Dorman Products' corporate headquarters in suburban Philadelphia (Colmar, PA) with the exception to be onsite three days per week.  

Primary Duties

Manages APMs and Coordinators 

Establishes product road map, produce category and customer line reviews and go market strategy 

Defines category pricing and add strategies 

Defines market messages and ensures all marketing copy, product descriptions, etc. are correct and accurately reflect message and positions 

Creates and delivers engaging presentations with influence to support selling 

Performs pricing reviews 

Sets forecast for new adds 

Collaborates with customers and Tech Line 

Attends national tradeshows 

Proactively follows-up with account managers on a consistent basic 

Establishes and drive project priorities 

Maintains the pulse of the market and competitor landscape 

Is recognized as a credible, marketplace Subject Matter Expert on the product line 

Researches and stay informed of market and technology trends 

Champions and advocates product lines 

Supports Sales team through ongoing education, line reviews, and training  

Creates and sets sample, Operating Income (OI) and New budgets for product lines 

Manages profitability for assigned product line 

Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Experience within a manufacturing or distribution environment is preferred. 

Prior experience working and leading cross functional teams 

Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate at all levels of the organization and move projects through the organization with minimal direction 

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite and specifically Excel including pivot tables and v-lookups 

Must be willing to travel 10% of the time and occasional weekend responsibility 

Physical Requirement: Capability to lift 50 pounds.  

Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach, swivel, carry items from one building to another, and speak and actively listen.  Noise level is usually moderate. 

Education / Experience

B.S. degree in Business or minimum of 5 years work experience 

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Product Management, Marketing, Product Engineering or Strategic sourcing with a strong focus on new product 

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The US base salary range for this full-time position is $92,700.00 to $138,000.00. This role is also eligible for a bonus. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate.

As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V.  www.DormanProducts.com