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Ingram Content Group
Product Specialist
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What they do
A Product Marketing Specialist develops marketing plans and strategies for one or more products sold by a business. Shapes and implements product-wide strategies and ensures that they fit in with company-wide messaging. Researches consumer demand and industry market data, provides specialized information on advertising and promotional resources.
$72,065 / year median in Tennessee
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Job DescriptionIngram Content Group (ICG) is hiring for a Product Specialist to contribute to our team in LaVergne, TN just outside Nashville.
In this role, you will work with Content Managers to achieve company goals for service level/fill rate, inventory turn, and return rate. You'll be responsible for data integrity in both the item and purchase order master databases. Your job will be to ensure timely set-up of new products, manage maintenance of item master data and purchase orders, expedite purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers. You will serve as liaison between the Product Group and multiple internal departments (e.g. Customer Care, Sales, Logistics, Accounting), as well as stakeholders across multiple ICG business units (e.g.
Performs new item set-up (title-coding) Expedites overdue purchase orders via supplier self-service portals, websites, and direct communication with suppliers via email and telephone. Tracks inbound shipments to ensure timely delivery.
Performs purchase order maintenance from various reports and systems (e.g. Receiving Exceptions, Expediting, etc.) to ensure the integrity of the Purchase Order Master data.
Supports Sales, Customer Care, and other ICG stakeholders by responding to assigned JIRA support tickets within established timelines (typically 24 hours).Performs title research as needed to resolve discrepancies or to provide information to management, Sales, or Customer Care.
Collaborates with Content Managers on critical issues with suppliers.
Addresses supplier issues involving any ICG department or business unit.
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In this role, you will work with Content Managers to achieve company goals for service level/fill rate, inventory turn, and return rate. You'll be responsible for data integrity in both the item and purchase order master databases. Your job will be to ensure timely set-up of new products, manage maintenance of item master data and purchase orders, expedite purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers. You will serve as liaison between the Product Group and multiple internal departments (e.g. Customer Care, Sales, Logistics, Accounting), as well as stakeholders across multiple ICG business units (e.g.
IPS, LSI
), and suppliers. You'll also identify opportunities to enhance service level and drive efficiencies in the ICG supply chain. Ingram Content Group ("Ingram") connects people with content in all forms. Providing comprehensive services for publishers, retailers, libraries, and educators, Ingram makes these services seamless and accessible through technology, innovation, and creativity. With an expansive global network of offices and facilities, Ingram's services include digital and physical book distribution, print-on-demand, and digital learning.Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED2 years intermediate proficiency in MS Word and Outlook plus experience creating spreadsheets in MS Excel, including creating basic mathematical formulas and data manipulation (e.g. vlookup)3 years' experience of input, maintenance and analysis of data2-3 years prior experience conducting internet research using standard search tools.Preferred Skills:
Book industry experience is a plusKey Responsibilities:
Performs ongoing item maintenance including pricing, discounts (purchases discount and customer discount), availability, returnability, supplier data, purchase order acknowledgements, etc.Performs new item set-up (title-coding) Expedites overdue purchase orders via supplier self-service portals, websites, and direct communication with suppliers via email and telephone. Tracks inbound shipments to ensure timely delivery.
Performs purchase order maintenance from various reports and systems (e.g. Receiving Exceptions, Expediting, etc.) to ensure the integrity of the Purchase Order Master data.
Supports Sales, Customer Care, and other ICG stakeholders by responding to assigned JIRA support tickets within established timelines (typically 24 hours).Performs title research as needed to resolve discrepancies or to provide information to management, Sales, or Customer Care.
Collaborates with Content Managers on critical issues with suppliers.
Addresses supplier issues involving any ICG department or business unit.
Hiring Salary Range:
$22.17/hr - $27.48/hr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. It will be determined by factors including but not limited to: the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Additional InformationPerks/Benefits:
A highly competitive compensation package with generous benefits beginning first day of employment for Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.10 vacation days & 10 sick days accrued annually and 3 personal days401K match, Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & moreWellness program with access to onsite gym and basketball court for associatesEncouraged continued education with our tuition reimbursement programFinancial and in-kind opportunities to engage with non-profits in your communityCompany match program for United Way donationsVolunteer opportunities and in-kind drives for non-profits throughout the yearTake breaks or brainstorm in our game room with ping pong & foosballCasual Dress CodeIngram Content Group is a part of Ingram Industries Inc. and includes Ingram Book Group LLC, Ingram Publisher Services LLC, Lightning Source LLC, Ingram Library Services LLC, Tennessee Book Company LLC, Ingram Content Group UK Ltd. and Ingram Content Group Australia Pty Ltd. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.EOE-Race/Gender/Veterans/DisabledWe participate in EVerify.
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