Associate Product Manager

Role Overview

• 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.

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 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.