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Essendant Assistant Product Manager - Brand Champion in Deerfield, Illinois
Description
Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities – our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience. Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.
Assistant Product Manager - Brand Champion
Major Responsibilities
Develop sales growth opportunities by closely working with Essendant and manufacturer’s sales teams.
Take charge of facilitating all marketing prospects and marketing vehicles best suited for opportunities throughout the calendar year while working closely with all sales channels to analyze top opportunities and prioritize for impact.
Work with marketing on national promotions, developing sales ideas and tools, then promptly communicating to the correct audiences
Work with manufacturer and sellers to develop and refine go to market techniques and strategies.
Create new selling methods for sales forces: matching specific customer segments or target markets to specific product uses; identifying successful customer profiles; developing internal and external presentations.
Develop new sales growth opportunities by contacting and signing up group members who are not currently purchasing manufacturer’s items.
Track and provide data analysis for promotions and SPIFFs.
Track and report inventory adjustments nationally.
Provide proactive reports to support Sales and sales efforts
Train Sales force and other departments throughout the organization by conducting Live Meetings, webinars and on-site training utilizing an extensive knowledge of products, promotions and offers.
Cross reference products and provide recommendations and quotes for sales teams.
Contribute towards positive manufacturer sales and EBIT growth by identifying promotion opportunities, driving new items etc.
Understands and demonstrates Essendant’s Core Values
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge Required
Flexible and agile, able to prioritize for impact in a highly demanding environment
Results oriented, self-starting with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Track record of taking ownership, driving results and self motivated
Experience in different business functions (finance, operations, marketing, customer care or sales)
Ability to create innovative solutions
Detail oriented, results oriented, excellent verbal, excellent oral and written communication skills, and time management skills
Strong computer skills: MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint.
Strong ability to work on a national level cross functionally with warehouses, Customer Service, Credit, etc, to exceed customers’ expectations in a timely manner
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Discipline
Minimum 2-5 years of administrative, merchandising, marketing, or vendor management experience
National Account experience a plus.
Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000
Benefits:
Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401k with matching
Company Holidays
Overtime Pay for hourly employees
Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
Maternity and Parental leave benefits
Employee discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
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Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.
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