Product Specialist

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain an appropriate level of inventory for assigned suppliers and/or categories for the Company.
• Review, maintain, and distribute system generated purchase orders for assigned suppliers and/or categories.
• Audit purchase orders to ensure correct pricing and respond timely to out of stock and backorder notifications.
• Analyze product outs daily and proactively manage product needs.
• Audit receiving status of purchases, confirm backorders, and take action to limit product shortfalls.
• Audit empty peg reports and take appropriate action.
• Utilize the system to determine product needs and update schedules in Outlook weekly.
• Ensure products are accurately assigned in POS system, including buyer number, vendor number, and buy cycle.
• Coordinate supplier-sponsored events, promotions, and tours monthly.
• Evaluate product movement to identify slow-moving or dead stock and develop plans to limit such stock.
• Analyze product turnover and health to maximize category revenue goals.
• Seek new product opportunities and maintain relationships with suppliers for industry insights.
• Assist in product line reviews, supplier negotiations, and coordinate stock buy backs for slow-moving or end-of-run merchandise.
• Monitor and maintain acceptable turn rates in assigned categories.
• Complete and submit new item setup sheets and participate in location promotional events.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• At least 3 years' experience in the building industry.
• Ability to speak, write, and read English.
• Ability to work indoors in an office environment and sit/stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feet.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive a vehicle with a clean driving record.
• Availability for extended travel, including local and overnight trips.
• Demonstrated knowledge of product categories, inventory management, and supplier relations.

Nice to Have

• Experience with system software purchasing programs.
• Knowledge of product application and current market conditions.
• Ability to convert measurements and calculate gross margins and profits.
• Experience in vendor negotiations and product line reviews.

Benefits & Perks

• Starting pay of $34 to $38 an hour, depending on experience.
• Two weeks of vacation starting on day 1, increasing with tenure.
• Paid sick days and 7 holidays.
• Health insurance options including high deductible HSA plan and standard plan.
• Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Massage, Chiropractic, and Acupuncture coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Childcare pretax programs.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Up to 50% match on 401(k) contributions after 1 year, fully vested at 3 years.
• 3% profit share contribution to 401(k).
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500/year.
• Annual profit sharing bonus.
• $1,000 referral bonus.
• Opportunities for promotion and career growth within a family-owned, well-established company.