The Product Manager is responsible for an assigned product portfolio in order to meet the purchasing needs of Parts Canada. This position requires essential distribution or retail purchasing skills and the ideal candidate will have experience managing a large volume of sku's and/or vendors.
Product Manager / Distribution Purchaser Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, maintain and improve product offerings with input from suppliers, management and sales force
Manage, maintain and grow supplier base by developing long term professional relationships with key vendors
Manage SKU information including current, discontinued, and obsolete items
Ensure customer requirements are met by maintaining a superior fill rate by reviewing forecasted balance on hand and expediting orders when required
Manage product cost and set industry pricing determined by company set margins as well as industry trends
Maintain forecasts and purchase inventory items from international and domestic sources
Prepare and provide the warehouse and accounting department with supporting documentation (invoices, authorizations and purchase orders)
Control and follow up on the status of purchase orders to ensure on time delivery
Resolve any vendor performance issues
Reconcile invoicing and receiving discrepancies
Manage product catalogue development
Product Manager / Distribution Purchaser Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Completed (or enrolled in) 2 year SMT diploma with 3 years distribution or retail purchasing experience
Knowledge of the power sports industry is an asset
Background in forecasting and buying for a distribution or retail business servicing other markets will be considered as an alternative to experience within our industry
Ability to identify errors or inconsistencies and request contingency plans
Exceptional communication skills, including managing vendor relationships
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Possess initiative, common sense and ability to interpret data
Must be proficient using - Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook
AX Dynamics experience will be considered an asset
What's in it for you?
We offer a dynamic working environment that encourages excellence, growth and achievement. A place where continued personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported. It's an environment ideally suited for energetic, results-driven team players.
Benefits Program for all employees, after a 3 month probationary period includes:
Comprehensive benefits
Health care spending account
2 Weeks of vacation to start, plus flex and sick time
RRSP company matching program
Employee account with product discounts
Employee referral bonuses
Training and development opportunities
If you are interested in this Product Manager / Distribution Purchaserposition please click apply now.
Applicants whose resume and cover letter best demonstrate how they meet the qualifications to do the job will be invited to continue in the hiring process. Candidates must successfully complete a background check prior to an offer of employment being extended.
Accommodation is available in all aspects of the recruitment process. If accommodation is required applicants should make this known in advance so arrangements can be made.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $64,600.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Store discount
Vision care
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T3J 0P7
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