VP and GM Mechanical Parts Marketplace

OEC provides software solutions to those who work in the automotive parts and repair industry. Our solutions make it easier for automotive industry professionals to buy and sell parts, conduct repair research & planning, optimize estimates, improve the parts supply chain, and more. OEC partners with many of the world’s largest manufacturers, dealers and suppliers, shops and repairers, and service providers, giving our customers access to a comprehensive network and a streamlined workflow.


About the Role
OEC is seeking a strategic and growth-focused executive to lead our Mechanical Parts Marketplace business, including PartsTech, RepairLink, and related products representing nearly $100M in revenue.
This leader will shape product vision, roadmap, and go-to-market strategy to drive strong double-digit growth across the automotive aftermarket. You will lead a high-performing product organization, deliver compelling marketplace experiences for repair shops and suppliers, and strengthen value across our network of customers, distributors, and partners.
This is a highly visible leadership role that combines business strategy, product innovation, and market expansion, ideal for a leader who thrives in complex marketplace and technology-driven environments.


What You’ll Do
Drive Strategy & Growth
• Define and evolve the Mechanical Parts Marketplace strategy across PartsTech and RepairLink
• Deliver differentiated product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies that capture growth in the DIFM (Do-It-For-Me) channel
• Drive sustained revenue growth while strengthening network value for shops, suppliers, and distributors
• Develop business cases and growth strategies for new initiatives, partnerships, and investments
• Support pricing, packaging, and positioning strategies aligned to market opportunities
Lead Product & Organizational Excellence
• Lead and develop a team of 10–12 product leaders and individual contributors
• Establish clear objectives, priorities, and success metrics
• Drive alignment across engineering, sales, customer success, operations, and leadership
• Build talent strategies that attract, develop, and retain high-performing product teams
• Foster an engaging, accountable, and growth-oriented culture
Strengthen Market Leadership
• Maintain deep understanding of automotive OEM and aftermarket dynamics, marketplace trends, and competitive landscape
• Partner with senior leadership to shape company and product line strategies
• Represent the Mechanical Parts Marketplace in strategic planning, resource allocation, and investment decisions
• Lead business development initiatives and support M&A due diligence and integration
• Provide strategic input on agreements with suppliers, distributors, and OEM partners
Advance Technology & Innovation
• Champion modern, consumer-grade user experiences within complex B2B marketplace environments
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies including AI/ML and generative AI to improve product outcomes and team productivity
• Enhance catalog, search, and data strategies to improve customer experience and operational performance


What You Bring
Required Experience
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience
• 5+ years leading product management teams with proven success driving measurable business outcomes
• Track record of delivering strong revenue growth in software, SaaS, marketplace, or adjacent technology-driven businesses
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex, fast-evolving environments
Preferred Background
• 3+ years of experience in automotive aftermarket, marketplace software, or B2B eCommerce environments such as:
◦ Parts suppliers or distributors
◦ OEM wholesale or DIFM channels
◦ Marketplace or multi-sided platforms (automotive or adjacent industries)
• Experience serving mechanical repair shop customers and understanding their workflows and needs
• M&A and integration experience involving products, teams, or businesses
• Experience working with complex product catalogs in eCommerce environments
• Experience applying AI/ML or advanced technologies to product development or data-driven solutions


Leadership & Core Capabilities
• Approachable, empowering leadership style with ability to build high-performing teams
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence across all levels internally and externally
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills across technical and business audiences
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial and operational acumen
• Deep product mindset with passion for user experience and marketplace dynamics
• Data and technol