Joe Thomas has joined Sensata as the new Global Aftermarket Catalogue Manager.

In his new role, Joe will be responsible for the strategy and execution of Sensata’s aftermarket product data management roadmap, while fostering relations with existing vendors and identifying new strategic partners.

“Sensata is well-known in the industry for its flagship brand, Schrader TPMS Solutions, and I am very excited to join this team of talented professionals.

“I am eager to continue improving their data management practices supporting the vision and strategic initiatives of the brand and helping them move forward into the connected aftermarket,” says Thomas.

Joe has over 20 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket, he started his career as a technician before switching to cataloguing and product data management. He is also heavily involved in the industry and is an active member of multiple aftermarket associations.

“Cataloguing and future-proofed data management practices play an important role in the automotive aftermarket. At Sensata, we are always striving to improve our application and product listings to continue to provide best-in-class service to our customers.

“Adding this global cataloguing role will help us achieve these goals,” says Kevin McSherry, Global Head of Product Management at Sensata Aftermarket.

“I am very pleased to have Joe Thomas join our team as the Global Catalogue Manager. Joe brings almost 22 years of Automotive Aftermarket experience, and I am confident that he will drive our data management processes to the next level.”