CompanyUniversal Forest Products, IncJob TitleCategory ManagerLocation2801 East Beltline NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525Open DateJan 2, 2019Area of InterestMarketingGeneral SummaryWe're powered by hard-working people who value integrity in everything they do, who look for opportunity around every corner, and who enjoy a work hardlay hard culture. And we're hiring. In addition to being
leading manufacturers in our markets, we're known for being true to our word and for rewarding successful employees. We are the companies of Universal Forest Products: proud of our people, our work, our history and our success. Intrigued? Read on to learn more!Position Overview:The E-commerce Category Manager is responsible for growing and developing an optimal product assortment in the Outdoor, Lawn Garden Category. The position is responsible for sales and margins in this category, as well as for sourcing new products and vendors and negotiating optimal pricing and purchasing agreements. This position is also responsible for coordinating logistics with either 3PL's or our internal distribution operations.We are looking for individuals with specific experience in any of the following subcategories:•Fencing, decking railing•Lawn garden•Outdoor décor•Outdoor lightingPrincipal Duties / Responsibilities•Performs competitive category / product analysis to identify new products and/or sourcing opportunities.•Determines and significantly grows our on-line product assortment to maximize revenue and profitability.•Drives pricing and terms negotiations to maximize profitability.•Utilizes marketplace analytics to implement data driven merchandising decisions.•Serves as the internal expert in the assigned Category specializing in industry trends, optimal product assortments, strategic sourcing and competitive analysis.•Identifies new product opportunities through various channels including trade shows, factory visits, and by working closely with manufactures and distributors.•Maintains an awareness of countries producing products in the assigned category airspace and travel to manufacturers having production potential.•Manages the completion of new product order details and materials and insure product quality.•Collaborates with our online teams to maintain/ensure our product assortments are properly displayed online and advertised optimally to drive sales and profitability.•Prepares various reports and maintain records as required.•Performs other duties as required.QualificationsKnowledge•Minimum Bachelor's degree in business or marketing•Strong merchandising experience in assigned category•5-7 years of previous sourcing and merchandising experience in the related Category•2 years of direct import experience•3+ years of Ecommerce sales experience•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook and other software for business applicationsSkills and Abilities•Demonstrated proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking.•Strong negotiation skills•Strong analytical and quantitative skills•Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels both internally and externally at suppliers•Ability to assess and act on industry, market and customer trends•Ability to work independently•Excellent communication skills•Demonstrated pr
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