Top 22 category manager Jobs in algonquin il

Associate Buyer (Hybrid)
Claire's Essentials LLC —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Channel Category Manager
Medela Medizintechnik GmbH & Co. Handels KG —McHenry, IL
- From $100,000 a year
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
9d
Category Manager
Network Distribution —Schaumburg, IL
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 3 years
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
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8d
Category Manager
HARIBO of America —Rosemont, IL
- $118,000 - $144,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
VP Merchandising & Inventory, Quill
Staples, Inc. —Lincolnshire, IL
- $222,000 - $317,000 a year
- Merchandising
- 11+ years
- Office
Business Manager, Own Brands
Advantage Solutions —Itasca, IL
- $71,700 - $100,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
US - Senior Analyst I, Merchandise Planning
Claire's Essentials LLC —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Finance
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14d
Merchandise Planner
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $86,400 - $138,200 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
Manager Digital Commerce Merchandising
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $102,800 - $164,400 a year
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Office
Senior Associate, International - Hybrid (Rosemont, Il)
Claire's Essentials LLC —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Category Manager
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $86,400 - $138,200 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Computer literacy
Project Specialist
Staples, Inc. —Lincolnshire, IL
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Associate Category Manager - Health and Wellness
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $86,400 - $138,200 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Computer literacy
Sr. Manager - Category Management
HARIBO of America —Rosemont, IL
- $150,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Office
- Supervising experience
Principal, Portfolio Strategy & Product Mgmt
COLE-PARMER INSTRUMENT COMPANY —Vernon Hills, IL
- $150,000 - $200,000 a year
- Merchandising
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Manager, Category Strategy
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $102,800 - $164,400 a year
- Merchandising
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
Exteriors Product Manager - Azek
Parksite —Batavia, IL
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Business Manager, Own Brands
Daymon —Itasca, IL
- $71,700 - $100,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Director, Segmentation
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $136,000 - $231,300 a year
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Office
Director, Bakery
Heritage Grocers Group, LLC —Itasca, IL
- $125,000 - $170,000 a year
- Spanish
- 7 years
- Merchandising
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Associate Buyer (Hybrid)

Claire's Essentials LLC -
Hoffman Estates, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 a year

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Practicing in a sourcing or procurement role
Assortment planning
Records maintenance
Correspondence management
Microsoft Excel
Pricing analysis
Sales analysis
Coaching
Merchandising
Competitive analysis
Shipment tracking for distribution operations
Bachelor's degree in business
Business analysis
Retail buying
Purchase order management
Mid-level
Financial analysis
Product assortment enhancement
Team development
Key Performance Indicators
Collaboration with product development teams
Analysis skills
Retail category management
Bachelor's degree
Decision making
Strategic promotions
Mentoring
Retail math
Productivity software
Fashion Merchandising

Full Job Description

General Summary

The Associate Buyer will support Buyers to curate commercial, global, trend right assortments – with a constant consideration for our customer. Having independent ownership for a product area - responsible for supporting in the delivery of key financial metrics, merchandising strategy, business analysis, line building, building cross-functional relationships. The Associate Buyer will play a key role in overseeing Assistant Buyer tasks and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Support Buyer and merchandising team on all day-to-day functions for assigned category, in addition to learning and taking ownership for assigned area

In partnership with Buyer, compile seasonal hindsight, develop seasonal merchandise strategy and roadmap for assigned area of responsibility that ties to financial plans and seasonal goals

Analyze business and key KPIs weekly and seasonally, and present recommendations & findings to leads; take ownership for area of responsibility

Own seasonal buys and style ranking for area of ownership; In partnership with Buyer, create pre-season promotional strategies and support lead on balance of category where required

Manage and oversee product tracking for assigned category to ensure on time delivery. Elevate any potential risk to upper management

Develop and maintain cross-functional relationships with Design, Product Development, Marketing, Planning, ISP and other merchandising partners to collaborate on seasonal buying process

Expert in customer and global competition for assigned department, understanding other retailers’ assortments, pricing and promotional strategies in comparison to Claire’s. Reports back findings, white space opportunities, and any relevant actions

Oversee execution and completion of assistant level tasks which include sample tracking and management, creation, preparation and maintenance of reports and recaps, purchase order creation and maintenance

Manage all e-mail correspondence effectively and efficiently, escalating concerns where necessary to the merchandising team

Create and facilitate an effective work environment by coaching, developing and mentoring team, developing a common vision, setting clear objectives, modeling teamwork, recognizing and maintaining open communication

Maintain all seasonal selling reports & records (recaps, style boards, line sheets) and distribute to cross-functional partners as needed to maintain clear communication across the organization

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, business, or related field

2-3 years merchandising or retail buying experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and solution-oriented decision-making

Strong organizational, planning, administrative, and written and verbal communication skills

Innovative & open minded individual

Consumer led

Understanding of retail math

Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel)

Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave.

Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states.

Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.

Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email [email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.

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category manager jobs in algonquin il

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