Product Data Manager
 

In order to be considered for this position you will be required to apply, using your SKF email, via the following link:
Apply Here - Product Data Manager - #22426

In accordance with SKF USA recruiting policy, please be advised that to be considered you must:

• Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
• Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
• Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.

Reports to: Laurent Buatois, Manager Product Information Management

Location: US or Mexico, Remote

Job ID: 22426

Salary Range: $93,000.00 to $110,000.00

Recruiter: Paul Cenci

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.

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If you do not receive this confirmation, please verify with the recruiter, (indicated at the top), that your application was indeed received.

This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.