Sewer Equipment · 7 hours ago
Aftermarket Product, Data & Technical Publications Manager
Dixon, IL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yrSewer Equipment is a company specializing in aftermarket product management and technical publications. They are seeking an Aftermarket Product, Data & Technical Publications Manager to oversee product information, technical documentation, and catalog structure, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across various sales and service channels.
ManufacturingSalesWholesale
Responsibilities
Own all aftermarket product data across ERP, PIM (current or future), and eCommerce systems
Define and enforce standards for naming conventions, taxonomy, attributes, and product hierarchies
Govern fitment logic, compatibility rules, BOMs, supersessions, replacements, will-fits, kits, and bundles
Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across all platforms
Maintain clean data flow from Engineering → ERP → PIM → E-Commerce → Dealers
Own and manage all aftermarket technical publications, including:
Service, operation, and parts manuals
Exploded views and technical bulletins
Manage revisions driven by engineering changes and lifecycle updates
Standardize templates, formatting, metadata, and version control
Deliver accurate, dealer-ready documentation supporting service and parts operations
Provide structured, optimized product attributes to support SEO and digital discoverability
Maintain product categories, filters, tags, search logic, and product relationships
Ensure all digital assets (images, manuals, specs, videos) are complete and current
Maintain alignment between eCommerce listings, printed catalogs, and internal systems
Prioritize SKU onboarding for digital channels based on readiness and impact
Support the Aftermarket Division by preparing new SKUs, maintaining dealer-ready catalogs, and creating kits, bundles, and service packages
Translate engineering changes into updated product data and documentation
Supply clean, complete data and assets to E-Commerce and Marketing to support listings and campaigns
Own aftermarket SKU lifecycle from introduction → maintenance → supersession
Monitor catalog health, data completeness, and SKU performance
Identify data gaps, inactive SKUs, rationalization needs, and expansion opportunities
Reduce downstream errors through proactive governance
Lead evaluation, selection, and adoption of a Product Information Management (PIM) solution, if not already in place
Define governance standards, workflows, and validation rules
Oversee integration between PIM, ERP, eCommerce, technical publications, and marketing systems
Identify tools, automation, and process improvements to support long-term aftermarket growth
Serve as the authoritative product data and technical documentation owner supporting both:
Direct Sales Manager (direct-to-end-user, eCommerce, outbound)
Dealer Sales Manager(dealer network and municipal customers)
Enable both sales channels by delivering accurate, timely, and channel-appropriate product data, fitment logic, and documentation
Partner with sales leadership to prioritize SKU readiness, kits, bundles, and assortments based on revenue impact while enforcing data readiness standards
Act as the neutral governance layer ensuring channel strategies are executed without compromising data integrity, pricing discipline, or dealer trust
Qualification
Required
Experience managing product data, catalogs, or PIM systems in a technical or parts-based environment
Strong understanding of SKU governance, fitment logic, and product hierarchies
High attention to detail with a systems-oriented mindset
Ability to work cross-functionally across engineering, sales, marketing, and operations
Preferred
Experience in industrial equipment, municipal infrastructure, or aftermarket environments
Hands-on experience with PIM platforms and ERP integrations
Familiarity with eCommerce merchandising and SEO fundamentals
Company
Sewer Equipment
Sewer Equipment is the corporate home of Sewer Equipment Co. of America, RAMVAC Vacuum Excavators and Mongoose Jetters.
Founded in 1941
51-200 employees
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