Assistant Category Manager

The Associate Category Manager (ACM) will support the Category Management team to develop and communicate category plans that align with annual company goals. The ACM will develop an understanding of products, industry, systems, and processes to assume greater responsibilities in the future.

The position will support research and analytics on existing brands, products, and all competitive market trends. The ACM will partner with vendors on new product launches, promotions and marketing strategies and work to execute with all internal partners.

Typical Duties / Responsibilities

New item set up

Populate new item template with required Master Data Management (MDM) information

Own the gathering of Ecommerce digital assets and other vendor related needs

Load new item communication on SharePoint for sales team visibility

Update new items list

Update discontinued/superseded items list

Create and maintain vendor templates with vendor support

Update ERP vendor instructions (terms, discounts, prepaid minimums, etc.)

Update ERP Defective and Return Policy by vendor

Support category/brand reviews

MDM maintenance and Ecommerce content review as needed

Assist in the development of effective promotions across all sales channels?

Support vendor or customer meetings related to product assortment, cost negotiations, and data requirements

Assist in the preparation of internal presentations and senior management monthly reporting

Assist in fielding product related questions from Sales team

Engage cross-functionally with Global Sourcing, Marketing, Sales, and Replenishment teams

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

1-3 years ACM experience

Proficient in working with databases and possessing other computer skills such as MS Office (Excel/Word/ PowerPoint, etc.)

Ability to take raw data and make category suggestions

Ability to maintain a professional image and positively represent the company

Ability to work independently and successfully manage time, multiple projects, and changing priorities

Strong organizational skills

Strong verbal/written communication, problem‑solving and presentation skills

Experience with enterprise systems (ERPs)

Detail oriented

Quick to learn and adapt - anticipate & remove obstacles in advance to drive greatest impact

Champion new ideas to influence the course of the business

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