Product Data Manager
Location: US or Mexico, Remote
Salary Range: $93,000.00 to $110,000.00
About SKF:
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Summary:
As a Product Data Manager within SKF’s Vehicle Aftermarket (VA) Business, you will be at the heart of delivering high-quality product data and best-in-class catalogs that enhance customer experience and drive sales growth. Your expertise will ensure accurate, accessible, and timely product information across multiple platforms, reinforcing SKF’s reputation as a premier brand in the industry.
This role is an integral part of the Product Information Management (PIM) team, working globally alongside Product Line Management, Data Engineering & Analytics, Sales, and external partners. Your contributions will shape the evolution of our PIM solutions—optimizing data quality, system efficiency, and catalog excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Catalog & Data Management – Develop and manage data update schedules, ensuring seamless catalog releases.
- Data Accuracy & Distribution – Clean conflicts, resolve overlaps, and distribute product data to stakeholders in compliance with industry standards (e.g., AAIA Autocare ACES-PIES).
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with Product Managers, marketing, and e-commerce teams to align priorities and optimize product launches.
- Customer & Vendor Communication – Serve as the primary contact for catalog inquiries, audits, and product data-related matters with vendors and clients.
- Stakeholder Support – Provide actionable insights and product data extracts from Stibo STEP PIM system to support internal teams and customers.
- Market & Industry Intelligence – Maintain competitive data and ensure compliance with the latest cataloging standards.
- Project & Process Optimization – Drive automation, improve operational efficiency, and refine cataloging workflows for enhanced performance.
Requirements:
- 5–7 years of experience in catalog data management, preferably in the automotive or commercial vehicle aftermarket.
- Expertise in AutoCare ACES & PIES and NAPA standards, with proven experience delivering customer data in these formats.
- Proficiency in MDM/PIM/cataloging systems, along with strong knowledge of O365 collaboration tools.
- Exceptional communication and proofreading skills, ensuring accuracy and consistency in product data.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- An entrepreneurial mindset, combining structure with a customer-focused approach. Fluency in English is required; Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.
What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.
Diversity in the Workplace. ?At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.
Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.
Reports to: Laurent Buatois, Manager Product Information Management
Location: US, Remote
Job ID: 22426
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