The Job
As the Assistant Merchandising Program Manager , you are responsible for all aspects of support for a product category, including but not limited to category review support, promotional planning, show prep, retailer communication, SKU on-boarding and maintenance and special projects as assigned.
The position is designed as a support role, as well as development step in all aspects of the buying department to prepare a candidate for full category responsibility as an Associate MPM in 2 – 3 years.
The Assistant MPM :
- Executes the current year plan that has been laid out by the MPM.
- Responsible for all aspects of support for a product category.
- Owns some portions team responsibilities and projects, including category reviews, promotional planning processes, show preparation, retailer communication, SKU onboarding and maintenance, and special projects as assigned.
- Expected to consider sales team impacts of all decisions.
What you will do…
Category Review Support
Support MPM in all phases of category review processRequest and prepare all category analyticsParticipate in all aspects of vendor meeting prep, meetings, item selection, plan-o-gram build, marketing and execution to retailersPromotional Planning Support
Support in organizing and securing all vendor promotional discountsAssist in solicitation of monthly promotional items from vendorsRetailer Communication
Support with daily retailer customer serviceAssist with communication via EJD Portal & M.A.S.T. to relay new programs, changes, or issuesAssist with EJD Customer Care for calls and e-mails related to respective categoryConvention Planning Support
Assist in selecting and inviting vendors to attend semi-annual conventionLead prep of show materials including drop ship forms, as well as submission for Power Buys, Saving Showcase and New ArrivalsAssist in planning Merch area theme and execution for respective categoryInventory / Supply Chain Support
Assist in diagnosing and resolving vendor service issuesAssist in inventory planning for promotional itemsSystems Support
Lead SKU on-boarding for department with respective merchandising SYSTEMS coordinatorLead processing of channel and customer price changes with EJD Pricing TeamLead all item master data changes with article content teamSpecial Projects
Lead department and cross-functional projects as assigned by Director and MPMWhat you need to succeed…
2 years of business experienceRetail experience preferredStrong problem-solving skillsStrong interpersonal skillsUnderstand financial measures that impacts corporationDemonstrate strong decision-making skillsPassion for people and hardware industry : understanding of EJD customers, channels, and opportunity by geography and commitment to and interest in team member developmentDetail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter able to thrive is a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, solve problems and meet deadlines.Proactive and has the desire to succeed.Proven ability to work autonomously and accomplish objectivesHighly creative, flexible and adaptable with good follow-throughProven ability to multi-task projects and meet deadlinesStrong verbal and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point,Knowledge of PCM, SAP and guided Ad-hoc reporting toolsHybrid Schedule : Comfortable coming into the office on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
We have 2 openings for Assistant Merchandising Program Managers!
Compensation Details :
72000 - $82000
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution also offers competitive benefits
that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including :Incentive opportunities, based on role / grade level (rapid company growth over the past 3 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 106.6% of your target opportunity!)Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 7.5% of total compensation.Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hireCompany Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positionsFlexible working arrangements (Non-Field positions can work from home up to 2 days per week)Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace FoundationAce invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual reviewWe know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise salesWe bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands moreBirth / Adoption bonding paid time offAdoption cost reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment eventsIdentity theft protectionBenefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts :
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Emery Jensen Distribution delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen Distribution is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state / local laws.
Disclaimer
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
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Salary : $72,000 - $82,000
