PRODUCT SPECIALIST
Company: Gilroy Auto Outlet Inc
Role summary
PRODUCT SPECIALIST is a full-time role at Gilroy Auto Outlet Inc in Corte Madera, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-07. Salary: USD 43,680–60,000 per year. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- PRODUCT SPECIALIST
- Company
- Gilroy Auto Outlet Inc
- Location
- Corte Madera, California, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- USD 43,680–60,000 per year
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-07
Job description
Marin Acura is a locally-family owned and operated dealer since 1986. Because of our commitment to offering a world class client experience, we are a five-time winner of the Acura DealerRater award, which is only given to the top Acura dealers. Not only do we clearly care about our customers, we focus on community involvement and giving back. Join a team that is moving the community and your career forward. Marin Acura is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer.
We are looking for motivated, positive and organized candidates to work with the Marin Acura team. We offer training and mentoring to assure your success. We believe that a happy associates make happy Customers.
Marin Acura also offers the following benefits:
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Discount
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Employee New Car Lease Program
Promotions from Within
JOB TITLE: Product Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Sales
REPORTS TO: General Sales Manager / General Manager
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for conducting market research and analyzing trends, performing product demonstrations to staff and customers, gathering feedback, and offering recommendations to the engineering team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Increases and maximizes the product order volumes and turnover of the company and management of the sales process and associated activities within a defined territory.
Maintains a full and current knowledge of the company’s products and services.
Works with business units in developing business plans to achieve company revenue goals.
Analyzes competitive marketplace and industry trends to accordingly develop business strategies for revenue generation.
Establishes pricing strategies and guidelines for new product development.
Obtains customer feedback and suggests appropriate product revisions.
Coordinates with engineering and manufacturing teams in product development activities.
Recommends product enhancements and updates to identify new business opportunities.
Supports marketing team in developing sales and marketing strategies for profitability.
Conducts product and sales trainings to marketing team.
Provides support for marketing collaterals, advertising materials, marketing campaigns, tradeshows and other promotional activities.
Assists in new product introduction and release activities.
Coordinates with cross-functional teams to provide product engineering, development, management and sales solutions.
Addresses customer issues and concerns in a timely fashion to ensure customer satisfaction.
Works with business team to identify new customers and to retain existing customers.
Stays up-to-date with product knowledge, business flow, sales process and market dynamic.
Maintains complete documentations for all product related activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, licenses and registrations required: Valid Drivers License
Computer skills required: none
Other skills required: Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
Acute attention to detail.
Detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.
Able to manage multiple projects.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals.
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
COMPETENCIES:
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibili