Global Industrial

　　Corporate Overview

　　For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses throughout North America.

　　We carry over one million industrial, material handling and business products that are sold through our website, corporate sales people and full color catalogs. We are constantly increasing our product offerings to meet the diverse and changing needs of our customers. Our customers include small to large corporations, institutions, government agencies and consumers across North America.

　　Key Responsibilities

　　Responsible for sourcing to identify new items/trends within industrial equipment product linesAnalyze business (high volume, multiple categories) to determine product trends and design products to create an exclusive product lineBuild strong relationships while negotiating with vendors on availability, product specs, distribution, delivery deadlines and pricing are fundamental aspects of the job, geared towards maximizing the company's profits and surpassing margin goalsProven ability to build product lines in tune with merchandise strategies that grow sales and maximize businessDuties include day to day product management as well as sourcing new vendors/products based on targeted trends/categoriesRecommend stocking programs to improve profitability & product lead timeFocus on overall customer satisfaction while maximizing gross margins and surpassing sales goalsConduct competitive analysis to determine best pricing possibleSpearhead marketing campaigns by negotiating exclusive promotions with vendors externally & implementing special offers to customers via various marketing vehicles internallyManage web presentations from banner ads, category structure, to model level marketing copy, imagery and specificationsIdentify & implement private label opportunitiesPrint catalog productionDemonstrate extensive product & system knowledgeResponsible for broad product line that may have multiple Product Managers covering the productsAssist with training new employees & act as mentor for other Product ManagersAssist with system enhancements to meet changing business needsTypically Manage up to $50+ million in annual sales

　　Competencies and skills

　　5 - 10 years of industrial products buying experienceSound negotiating and communication skillsMust be self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently, keen attention to details and deadlinesWebsite and catalog experienceProficient in MS Word & Excel

　　EEO/AA Statement

　　Global Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

　　This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

　　Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee

　　Job Segment: Product Manager, Operations