Associate Category Manager (Winnipeg, Mb)

Associate Category Manager (Winnipeg, MB)Job Summary
Associate Category Managers are responsible for applying category strategies to support sales initiatives, coordinate inventory flow, facilitate product sales training, maintain product attributes and participate in marketing initiatives.
Responsibilities
Coordinate inventory and product marketing strategies with suppliers to create opportunities for Westward Parts.
Analyze product and category trends, benchmarking against leading competitors.
Maintain ERP system (JD Edwards) by updating product information, listing new products and ensuring that data is accurate.
Participate in the development of pricing strategy. Perform market analysis and contrast Westward Parts price data against leading competitors.
Prepare reports for management and participate in operations strategy and risk management discussions.
Take part in negotiations with suppliers to advance Westward Part’s competitive position.
Analyze inventory levels across all warehouse locations to meet internal and external demand of product to minimize out of stock situations.
Work closely with carriers and explore any intercompany cost saving opportunities.
Monitor Purchase Order status to ensure orders are accurately forecasted and up to date.
Coordinate the flow inventory, following established business processes and standardized tools to ensure efficiency.
Support Marketing Department with up-to-date information and product content.
Support sales by quoting on product opportunities, ensuring each product achieves KPIs.
Contribute to the goals of the department by creating a positive work environment that includes respect for others, open communication and a commitment to teamwork. Participate in team meetings and contribute recommendations for improving workflow or creating efficiencies within the team.
Other Responsibilities as delegated by the Purchasing Manager.
Qualifications
Education
Post-secondary education related to Business, Supply Chain Management, or Agriculture and/or professional designation such as CPIM is considered an asset.
Skills & Experience
Relevant experience in a manufacturing or agriculture business environment.
Related work experience in a supply chain-purchasing environment or product management.
Demonstrated negotiation experience and strong negotiations skills sets (communication, assertiveness, results-oriented, persuasive).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to organize and analyze large amounts of data.
JD Edwards experience is considered an asset.
Good understanding of Quality Control, Inventory Management and Logistics.
Willingness to travel to trade shows, supplier visits or Westward Part’s offices and attend to work functions where and when they occur.
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