What are the responsibilities and job description for the Category Manager Construction position at Ultimate Linings?
Division: Ultimate Linings
Department: Reports To (Title): Vice President of Commercial
Job Summary
The Category Manager for Construction is responsible for the overall sales and marketing strategy for the Construction category. This includes developing relationships with key industry customers and implementing growth plans. This role will determine what products, what quantities, and to which customers we will sell our polyurea chemistries. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the construction industry in a technical discipline or sales role. The Category Manager must be able to think strategically and creatively and must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
1
Analyze industry and consumer trends to identify opportunities and develop long-term strategies for product categories.
2
Develop and implement pricing and promotional plans to maximize sales and profits.
3
Work with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute marketing campaigns and to drive sales
4
Build and maintain relationships with key customers and partners.
5
Track performance and adjust as needed to ensure category goals are met.
Qualifications
Education
Minimum Required:
Bachelors in business or a technical discipline
Preferred:
MBA
Experience
Minimum Required:
5 years
Preferred:
10 years
Job Specific Skills
Required:
Ability to lead teams and influence outcomes without direct control. Ability to think strategically about the category and create a roadmap for growth through key customers, partners, and products. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with people are essential. Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills. Strong negotiation skills Intellectual humility
Communication & Working Relationships
Internal
External
President and executive leadership
Key customer accounts
Directors of Sales and sales team
Supervision
# of Reports
Direct: 0
Indirect: 0
Titles of Direct Reports
This role is an individual contributor with dotted line influence over the sales team.
Other
This role preferably works from the office at the IXS Coatings facility in Lebanon, TN and travels as needed. Remote assignments will be considered. 50% travel is expected for this role. The Category Manager is a critical member of the Commercial team and plays a key role in the company’s success. This a development role that leads to expanded leadership opportunities. If you are a highly motivated sales or technical professional with a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Interested? Please email us with your resume attached to re********@ul*************.com and cm*****@ul*************.com
IMPORTANT NOTE
The organization reserves the right to change, amend or disuse this job description at any time. This document is intended to provide an overview of the required responsibilities and qualifications.
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