Category Specialist

Category Specialist Port Saint Lucie, FL Job Details Full-time $17•$25 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Vendor relationship building Category management Category segmentation New product line launch Demand planning Full Job Description Job description: TAMCO Group is a USA-based manufacturer of electrical and lighting products, including lighting fixtures and controls, lamps, electrical installation products and accessories, motor control and automation, and more. Check us out at www.tamcogroup.com. Our goal is to create a higher standard of service for our customers by streamlining the customer service experience and creating brand advocates who share our passion for people and products. As a Category Specialist, you will be responsible for driving growth and profitability within the assigned category (F4P•Chemicals, Connectors, Fasteners, Grounding, Safety Gear, Tapes, Tools, and more) by effectively managing product assortment, pricing, promotions, and supplier relationships, while also ensuring a positive customer experience and staying abreast of market trends and innovations. Check out the F4P brand: www.f4p-usa.com To be successful as a Category Specialist, you must possess a strong passion for product knowledge, market insights, customer satisfaction, creative problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership. If this describes you, we want to hear from you! Day to

Day Responsibilities:

Expert in product knowledge of assigned categories to assist in technical support calls and emails for customers/internal departments Holds both industry and compliance knowledge of category (QC, UL, NEC, DLC, etc.) Serves as an Information pipeline for promotions, new product launches, etc. Maintains master crossover sheet(s) and vendor relationships for set categories Oversees inventory forecasting, maintaining set KPIs, and managing new-product KPIs Responsible for pricing & costs, margin analysis, and industry/market research. Develop product training on categories for the sales team and other internal departments Manages and monitors market share/comp analysis measuring the success of assigned categories Studies potential FIFO/Product Life cycle to develop promotions/ flash sales Manages SDR/ buy-back tracking if applicable Develops & promotes USP's (Unique selling points) of assigned product categories Develop yearly SWOT ( S•trengths, W eaknesses, O pportunities, and T•hreats) Analysis on assigned categories Approval and denial of debits for assigned product lines

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Previous experience in the lighting/electrical industry is a plus.

Note:

Candidates with electrical/lighting experience (industry knowledge or product knowledge) will be strongly considered. Strong knowledge of category management, marketing, and sales principles Ability to analyze and develop accurate conclusions to support category decisions based on key data An understanding of the market and consumer insights and trends Strong people management and persuasion skills to manage and influence at all levels of the company Ability to analyze and strategize Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in MS Office This is a full-time onsite position at our Port Saint Lucie, FL office in Tradition. Monday•Friday 8:00 am•5:00 pm.

Address:

11675 SW Tom Mackie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987 Please include a cover letter, resume, and references.

Range of pay:

$17.00•$25.00 hourly based on experience (Depends on skill and experience) EEO Statement TAMCO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or other protected class status. In addition to the federal law requirements, TAMCO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. TAMCO also makes reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the ADA. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Pay:

$17.00•$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person