Senior Product Manager

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Our client is a top building materials supplier providing and seeking experience specifically in the Specialty Wood Products sector. Our client values a work life balance, and a responsible work ethic. That commitment can be found in what they offer in , the quality of the products they provide, and the way treat our employees and customers. This dedication to our markets has enabled us to make a positive impact on the specialty wood products industr

About the Role

The Product Manager will drive sales, in the specialty wood products sector. Additionally, is responsible for educating the distribution chain on all features and benefits of specialty wood products division . This position is responsible for managing inventory maintenance, developing and maintaining relationships with sizeable sales accounts, as well as creating demand with downstream participants (general contractors, dealers, distributors, and key influencers) in the Denver and Colorado market area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sources of supply to obtain the most economical purchases possible.
• Responsible for finalizing and issuing purchase orders to assigned vendors for designated product lines on a daily basis.
• Review supplier confirmations for accuracy, related to order details, specifications, branch information, pricing, quantities, and expected delivery dates.
• Complete oversight for samples and displays for assigned product lines; working with the branch sales team to understand and determine the needs of each market within the sales region.
• Evaluate the dependability and resourcefulness of suppliers and competitive quotations, placing orders to our clients best advantage.
• Maintain responsible and accurate records with regard to purchasing, pricing, and deliveries.
• Develop and maintain catalog price pages on assigned product lines.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Pricing Manager as needed or upon request.
• Verify quantity and quality of stock received from suppliers, authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise, and inspect exchanged or refunded merchandise.
• Locate new sources of supply while keeping abreast of changing trends in prices and availability of materials.
• Provide product information to staff and recommend necessary action(s) to ensure a continued flow of materials to meet inventory and sales requirements.
• Recommend policies and procedures for purchasing functions in adherence to company-defined best practices.
• Communicate regional marketing opportunities with the Sales Manager (trade shows, publications, seminars).
• Advise the Sales Manager of margin / profit opportunity, and meet standards for quality, fill rates, inventory turns, and gross margin as established by the Sales Manager.
• Attend assigned supply chain-related conference calls held throughout the month and provide a detailed summary to the branch leadership and sales teams.
• Partner with the Sales Manager and sales staff to develop a forecast and projections to be provided regularly to the Corporate Supply Chain team.
• Maintain knowledge of the local market.
• Share market-specific information regarding competitive landscape and opportunities regarding assigned product line(s) with the Sales Manager.
• Play an active role in developing, updating, and facilitating training for the Authorized Dealer network.
• Responsible for the reviewing and auditing of receiving paperwork and working with the Corporate Supply Chain team to resolve receipt discrepancies and correct them in the system.
• Communicate with the mainline sales team about upcoming jobs and possible customer needs.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Preferred Skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ourt client is a equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, OrePac complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the