Assistant Product Manager

5 days ago

Deerfield, United States Essendant Full time

Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities - our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience. Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Drive joint business planning initiatives with assigned supplier/s to create yearly and long-range objectives for growth.
  • Manage and maintain relationship/s with assigned supplier/s by leading quarterly business reviews focusing on the following areas: identification and assessment of commercial opportunities (both sales and marketing), negotiations around assortment, inventory, supplier performance, and pricing, develop plans around new product success and report out on the state of the business.
  • Develop and refine go to market techniques and strategies to drive sales growth opportunities by closely working with Essendant and manufacturer's sales teams.Maintain regular reports to track performance and identify impact of activities on assigned supplier/s performance against established metrics.
  • Develop and facilitate all marketing activities throughout the year for assigned supplier/s including negotiation of supplier/s spend, communication to all necessary parties on campaign/s, implementation of all campaigns and post roll out analysis of campaigns and proof of performance to supplier partner/s.
  • Manage and provide detailed analysis of assigned supplier/s performance to category leaders with areas of focus around product assortment, pricing, promotions, new product introductions, excess and overstock, commercial growth and more.
  • Conduct product assortment review and analysis, identifying top-performing SKUs by district/ region. Identify areas for potential growth and analyze impact of proposed assortment changes. Recommend changes and actions to the Category Manager, aimed at enhancing category effectiveness and performance.
  • Review supplier/s pricing on a regular basis, identifying potential pricing issues and opportunities. Conduct a detailed analysis on the impact of pricing and assortment changes and provide findings and recommendations to the Category Manager.
  • Support assigned supplier/s by developing category specific communications and product launch packages, conduct trainings, live meetings, webinars, or on-site trainings to educate our sales partners on assigned assortment and attending tradeshows when applicable.
  • Identify and report on trends, changes, and opportunities and provide recommendations aimed at increasing supplier or category performance to category owner.
  • Form effective cross-functional relationships with a broad cross-section of Essendant personnel and be responsible for working effectively with all product planning functions within assigned category.
  • Understands and demonstrates Essendant's Core Values.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge Required:
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to perform analytics that drive decision making
  • Flexible and agile, able to prioritize for impact in a highly demanding environment
  • Results oriented, self-starting with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
  • Track record of taking ownership, driving results and self-motivated
  • Experience in different business functions (finance, operations, marketing, customer care or sales)
  • Ability to create innovative solutions
  • Detail oriented, results oriented, excellent verbal, excellent oral and written communication skills, and time management skills
  • Strong computer skills: MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Strong ability to work on a national level cross functionally with warehouses, Customer Service, Credit, etc. to exceed customers' expectations in a timely manner
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in a Business Discipline, or relevant experience
  • Minimum 2-5 years of administrative, merchandising, marketing, or vendor management experience
Benefits:
  • Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • 401k with matching
  • Company Holidays
  • Overtime Pay for hourly employees
  • Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Maternity and Parental leave benefits
  • Employee discount
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program


Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.

ABOUT ESSENDANT

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

  • Production Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Employbridge Full time

    Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced leader to join our team. As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and ensuring the smooth running of our production facility. This is a key leadership role that requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively...

  • Production Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Employbridge Full time

    Overview:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced leader to join our team. As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and ensuring the smooth running of our production facility. This is a key leadership role that requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively...

  • Production Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Synerfac Technical Staffing Full time

    The Production Manager will manager production activities to ensure efficient and profitable operations. They will provide work direction and supervision to production supervisors and employees within the guidelines of standard work rules.Responsibilities:- Manage daily operational activities of supervisors and production staff to ensure customer orders are...

  • Production Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Synerfac Technical Staffing Full time

    The Production Manager will manager production activities to ensure efficient and profitable operations. They will provide work direction and supervision to production supervisors and employees within the guidelines of standard work rules.Responsibilities:- Manage daily operational activities of supervisors and production staff to ensure customer orders are...

  • Product Manager

    7 days ago

    Deerfield, United States Discover Full time

    Discover. A brighter future. With us, youll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so...

  • eCommerce Product Manager

    1 week ago

    Deerfield, United States Logik Full time

    Logik.io is looking for a Product Manager to expand our product for eCommerce applications. Logik.io is a well funded startup run by successful entrepreneurs that have built and sold technology companies to both Oracle and Salesforce. This individual will join our family and work closely with Sales, Engineering, Support and our customers to ensure we are...

  • Junior Product Manager

    5 days ago

    Deerfield, United States Discover Full time

    Discover. A brighter future. With us, youll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so...

  • Junior Product Manager

    1 week ago

    Deerfield, United States Discover Full time

    Discover. A brighter future. With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique...

  • Product Marketing Manager

    1 week ago

    Deerfield, United States Amcor Full time

    **We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!**: At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in...

  • Product Manager 3

    7 days ago

    Deerfield, United States Vision It US Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummary: The main function of a Product Manager is to oversee the application of project management methodology during all phases of the product cycle, with responsibilities that include product design, scope management, cost control, quality and performance reporting.Job Responsibilities:* Develop, track and manage project...

  • Product Manager, Martech

    2 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States WALGREENS Full time

    Responsible for the strategic development and management of new and existing initiatives that will drive traffic, conversion, revenue growth and profitability for the online channels. Works closely with IT, Marketing and non-eCommerce Walgreens entities. **Responsibilities**: - Translates the divisional sales goals and customer experience into a logically...

  • Lead Product Manager

    1 week ago

    Deerfield, United States 84.51 Full time

    84.51° Overview: 84.51° is a retail data science, insights and media company. We help The Kroger Co., consumer packaged goods companies, agencies, publishers and affiliates create more personalized and valuable experiences for shoppers across the path to purchase. Powered by cutting-edge science, we utilize first-party retail data from more than 62 million...

  • Seasonal Events Production Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Tree House Brewing Company Full time

    The Seasonal Events Production Assistant reports to the Senior Events Manager and is responsible for day-of event support to ensure the flawless execution of events and experiences across Tree House properties. This position requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to work calmly under pressure, creative problem-solving, effective multitasking,...

  • Senior Technical Product Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Logik Full time

    Logik.io is looking for a Technical Product Manager to expand our product for eCommerce applications. Logik.io is a well funded startup run by successful entrepreneurs that have built and sold technology companies to both Oracle and Salesforce. This individual will join our family and work closely with Sales, Engineering, Support and our customers to ensure...

  • Senior Technical Product Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Logik Full time

    Logik.io is looking for a Technical Product Manager to expand our product for eCommerce applications. Logik.io is a well funded startup run by successful entrepreneurs that have built and sold technology companies to both Oracle and Salesforce. This individual will join our family and work closely with Sales, Engineering, Support and our customers to ensure...

  • Jr. Prop Stylist/Production Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Creative Circle Full time

    Our client, a leading global consumer goods company, is looking for a Food/Prop Styling Production Assistant to join their team for a long-term freelance project. The role will be onsite at their studio in South Deerfield, MA. This role is expected to be 40 hours per week, starting in June 2024, lasting roughly 8 months. The primary responsibilities of the...

  • Jr. Prop Stylist/Production Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Creative Circle Full time

    Our client, a leading global consumer goods company, is looking for a Food/Prop Styling Production Assistant to join their team for a long-term freelance project. The role will be onsite at their studio in South Deerfield, MA. This role is expected to be 40 hours per week, starting in June 2024, lasting roughly 8 months. The primary responsibilities of the...

  • Seasonal Events Production Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Deerfield, United States Tree House Brewing Company Full time

    The Seasonal Events Production Assistant reports to the Senior Events Manager and is responsible for day-of event support to ensure the flawless execution of events and experiences across Tree House properties. This position requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to work calmly under pressure, creative problem-solving, effective multitasking,...

  • Senior Manager Product Owner

    7 days ago

    Deerfield, United States Discover Full time

    Discover. A brighter future. With us, youll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so...

  • Junior Product Manager

    7 days ago

    Deerfield, United States Discover Full time

    Support the review and development of Product policies supporting DGNs Card Products. Coordinate the implementation and go-to-market of products and policies. Review existing product portfolios to identify opportunities and develop recommendations P Product Manager, Payment, Information Technology, Manager, Product Management, Product