Associate Category Manager at Uline
Willow Springs, IL 60480
About the Job
Associate Category Manager
Corporate Headquarters
12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
We're passionate about our products because our customers rely on them to run their businesses. Manage your own product line and watch it grow!
Better together! This position is on-site, and we are looking for people who share our passion.
Position Responsibilities
Become an expert in a given product category.
Research and source new products from domestic and international vendors.
Visit vendors and attend product tradeshows to increase knowledge of manufacturing processes and market trends.
Provide product recommendations after reviewing competitors offerings, customer comments, and market trends.
Participate in vendor meetings and lead some negotiation sessions.
Assist in the catalog layout preparation processes and strategize with Product Manager on new product placement within the catalog.
Seek creative methods to increase company profitability, product quality, and efficiency.
Collaboratively work with the Purchasing, Creative, Quality Control, Compliance, and Pricing teams.
Mentor and train Marketing Associates.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree.
2 to 5 years of experience in Product Management, Supply Chain, or Marketing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Persuasive written and verbal communicator.
Organized and analytical, with relentless attention to detail.
Benefits
Complete medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage and other wellness programs.
401(k) with 6% employer match. Multiple bonus programs.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
Employee Perks
On-site caf and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
About Uline
Uline, a family-owned company, is North Americas leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,000 employees across 13 locations.
Uline is a drug-free workplace.
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