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Product Manager
1181 Applied Maintenance Supplies & Solutions LLC —Strongsville, OH
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
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Assistant Category Manager - Windows & Doors
Carter Lumber —Kent, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Associate Manager – Wheel & Tire
Enthusiast Auto Holdings —Wadsworth, OH
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
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House-Brand Product Specialist - Wheel & Tire
Enthusiast Auto Holdings —Wadsworth, OH
- Inventory management
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
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Heinens Inc —Warrensville Heights, OH
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Paid time off
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Category Manager-Hearth & Hot Tubs
COSTELLOS ACE —United States
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Product Manager

1181 Applied Maintenance Supplies & Solutions LLC -
Strongsville, OH

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Full-time
$75,000 - $90,000 a year

Qualifications

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POSITION SUMMARY

A product visionary with a proven track record in market research, product life cycle management, and vendor management. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep knowledge of marketing strategy and will be responsible for managing multiple product lines, driving profitable growth, and building strong supplier relationships. The candidate will be able to work effectively with team members across the organization.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the product life cycle process for assigned product lines.
Develop and implement product strategies to optimize profit of assigned product lines.
Collect customer feedback and monitor market trends for use in new product launches.
Monitor and manage profitability of existing products.
Stay current with industry trends and product regulatory requirements.
Coordinate marketing programs with internal and external stakeholders.
Design and deliver product training as needed. Support the sales team and customers with product questions.
Conduct market research to identify potential vendors. Assess for price, quality, and ease of doing business.
Maintain relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts.
Manage vendor sourcing decisions and recommend alternate sourcing strategies for existing vendor base.
Develop and maintain comprehensive vendor scorecard for assigned product lines.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field with 3+ years industry work experience or equivalent.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
Proven ability to multi-task and pivot as needed.
Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
Knowledge of SAP and marketing strategies for industrial products is a plus.
Position is on-site in Strongsville, OH.
This position is not eligible for relocation benefits and is expected to be performed on site.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the US. We are not able to offer sponsorship of work visas for this position.

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Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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