Associate Category Manager
Uline
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Pleasant Prairie • Illinois • Wisconsin • United States
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About the role
- Own your assigned product category from our extensive catalog of business support products.
- Support new product development by researching and sourcing new products and vendors.
- Visit vendors to understand manufacturing processes and attend trade shows to stay ahead of industry trends.
- Lead vendor negotiations to build successful partnerships.
- Collaborate with the Creative and Purchasing teams to develop effective catalog and digital strategies.
- Make a direct impact in increasing company profitability, product quality and data accuracy.
- Mentor and support Product Management Analysts to foster their growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- 3+ years of experience in Category Management, Supply Chain or Marketing.
- Available to travel for trade shows and vendor visits.
Benefits
- Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one !
- Multiple bonus programs.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
- On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
- Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
Category ManagementSupply Chain ManagementProduct DevelopmentVendor NegotiationData AccuracyMarket ResearchProduct SourcingCatalog DevelopmentDigital Strategy
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree