BMW Product Associate

The BMW Product Associate is an integral part of the BMW Group Product team and is responsible for building and maintaining the e-commerce product assortment for the BMW/MINI catalog. With a strong emphasis on accuracy, this involves curating and updating products, fitments, and attributes to deliver a best-in-class catalog for the BMW community. This role includes routine catalog maintenance, participating and contributing to strategic projects, and assisting and supporting other departments in ensuring FCP Euro provides the best possible experience for its customers. 

As part of the larger BMW Product Team (including the BMW Group Director, BMW Product Manager, and BMW Make Marketing Lead), the Product Associate must demonstrate strong collaboration and clear communication skills to advance the product team's strategic goals. This role also serves as a critical interface between the BMW team and departments such as Customer Service, Supply Chain, and Marketing. Candidates must have experience with and a passion for the BMW brand and its vehicles.

About FCP Euro

FCP Euro is an online automotive parts retailer headquartered in Milford, Connecticut. FCP stands for "Foreign Car Parts," and we specialize in replacement parts for European vehicles.  In the past 10 years, FCP Euro has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list eight times. Customer service is deeply rooted in our core values.  FCP Euro is a customer and technology company, and this unique blended culture has yielded outstanding results worthy of reward and recognition. We are devoted to developing and maintaining user-friendly and accurate automotive catalogs. We have an incredible enthusiasm for what we do, and we are always looking for ways to grow, learn, and improve.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Maintain and update product fitments, descriptions, and attributes to ensure accuracy and completeness in the digital catalog.
• Oversee accurate taxonomy mappings, OE number mapping, and supersessions, and vehicle and reference table updates.
• Conduct regular catalog maintenance on makes, categories, and brands for SKUs and product listings to optimize performance or consolidate listings for a clearer selection and better customer experience.
• Manage catalog updates based on service inquiries and community feedback to enhance the customer experience.
• Monitor SKU quality and availability issues, ensuring minimal lead time for customers and optimal solutions for European vehicles.
• Collaborate with the BMW Make Group team by contributing observations, experiences, and ideas to improve catalog quality and meet revenue goals.

• Automotive Expertise: Current or past experience in the automotive industry with strong knowledge of BMW car parts and systems.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and a track record of strong personal performance.
• Problem-Solving: Solutions-based mindset with an ability to manage projects and solve problems effectively.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adaptability: Proven success in a fast-paced, self-driven work environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Google Suite and/or MS Office tools.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• • Company-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, including a zero-premium Medical plan for employees. Company HSA contribution.
  • 120 hours of PTO (Paid Time Off), 40 hours of Paid Sick Time, plus Company Holidays
  • 401 (k) with Company deposit and match.
  • Discounted prices on our catalog of European car parts!

Compensation

This is a full-time, exempt salaried role with a base salary of $55,000–$70,000, depending on experience. Total compensation opportunities range from $60,000–$75,000 annually.

FCP Euro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the law.