Associate Product Manager Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Associate Product Manager 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 1100 North Greenfield Parkway, Garner, NC 27529 Become an Employee Owner with Parksite! Earn more from your hard work!

Job Purpose:

Support the internal and external activities of the product management department and retail product operations.

Overview:

As an Associate Product Manager, you will support the strategy and performance of assigned product categories. This involves analytical, operational, and collaborative tasks focused on driving sales and profitability. You will contribute to data-driven decision-making and effective cross-functional collaboration. A significant aspect of this role is managing both general product operations and the specific requirements of retail product operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Category Management:

Analyze sales data, sales feedback, and market insights to identify product performance trends and areas for improvement. Assist in preparing regular reports on category performance, including sales, profitability, and KPIs. Support the development and execution of product strategies aligned with sales needs and business goals. Assist in managing the product lifecycle, from introduction to discontinuation by identifying potential assortment optimizations based on data and insights. Support the development and execution of marketing campaigns and materials, pricing strategies and promotional plans . Assist with developing product strategy based on business drivers and market landscape. Assist with executing business reviews of product categories.

Product Operations:

Collaborate with sales, purchasing, and inventory teams to support optimal inventory levels. Support the management of supplier relationships, potentially participating in operations and performance monitoring. Work closely with sales, marketing, purchasing, pricing, logistics, and IT to execute category plans. Communicate category performance, plans, and insights to internal stakeholders. Assist in managing projects related to the category (e.g., new product launches, line extensions). Administer supplier rebating and market funds programs. Collect, analyze, and synthesize product data to inform product decisions and strategy. Create and maintain product documentation. Assist the product management team with day-to-day activities and special projects. Support the implementation of financial strategies and cost structures for product pricing.

Retail Product Operations:

Manage special order products across retail customer e-commerce platforms (e.g., Home Depot QuoteCenter, Lowe’s CommerceHub). Onboard new products onto retailer platforms, ensuring compliance with their processes (including item enrichment and supply chain requirements). Update and maintain existing SKUs to reflect product changes and enhancements. Coordinate program pricing and provide support for electronic transactions (EDI mapping). Collaborate with Product Management and suppliers to gather and input product data into retail portals. Manage SKU additions and maintenance in relevant systems (e.g., QuoteCenter, Rithum, eCat). Manage product listings on retailer websites for accuracy and brand consistency. Act as a liaison between internal teams, supplier retail teams, and big box retailers to resolve issues and advance projects.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong independent work ethic and initiative with the ability to manage multiple objectives. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with stakeholders. Conflict resolution skills. Ability to understand issues and opportunities from customer and supplier perspectives. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), with advanced Excel skills. Experience with Salesforce.com. Familiarity with big box retail IDM portals and processes preferred but not required Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data. Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail. Exceptional communication and teamwork skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 5+ years of business experience, with retail account interaction preferred. Familiarity with the building products industry and channel marketing. Previous experience in sales, product category management, or marketing preferred. Experience with content management systems (e.g., QuoteCenter, CommerceHub) preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Occasional overnight travel may be required. Parksite is a sales, marketing and distribution company serving many segments of the building industry, with a focus on both interior and exterior products. We are proud to supply the best Fabricators and Building Material dealers with category leading products for the residential, commercial and remodeling markets. Focusing on superior products and exceptional service, Parksite’s unique marketplace niche is through education. We begin by identifying products with distinctive applications and specifically educate and emphasize the value of these products directly to architects, builders and designers. With this approach, we have become a leader in the industry with each of the products we sell. We combine marketing expertise and industry knowledge to create demand for our supplier business partners. We help build brands.