Assistant Category Merchant

Overview

Support Category Merchant by managing vendor relations, pricing, inventory, and product assortments.

Key Responsibilities

• inventory management
• vendor relations
• program coordination
• market analysis
• sku planning
• supplier negotiation

Tasks

-Assist with developing and implementing inventory management objectives, and monitoring results. -Assist with the development and management of vendor relationships for assigned product categories to support Cameron Ashley’s business models -Effectively execute/assist with all processes related to maintaining programs and vendor relationships. This includes but is not limited to price change notification, product change announcements, reporting from and to vendors, vendor set-up, and program change requests. -Assist with communication between Cameron Ashley’s sales organizations and the supplier communities, both nationally and locally. -Monitor and coordinate program course corrections, as directed by the Category Merchant. This will include but is not limited to reacting quickly to market trends and assessing and reporting on new product opportunities -Assist in maintaining the appropriate inventory SKU selection and stocking levels -Negotiate with suppliers for costs and programs that optimize sales and profitability while aligning to company strategies. This includes, but is not limited to, meeting with suppliers to negotiate terms, pricing, promotional support, and program rebates.

Requirements

• excel
• ms office
• nxtrend
• driver's license
• 1-5 years
• negotiation

What You Bring

-Ability to multi task and prioritize is needed -Willingness to travel, 5% -High proficiency in Excel -The ability to work in a team environment -Strong communication skills -Knowledge and the ability to work with MS Office – Word, Power Point, and Excel. -A valid driver’s license -An understanding for and the ability to manage ROI and other KPIs responsibly -Experience in NxTrend or similar procurement or ERP systems preferred -1 – 5 years of experience (building material industry experience preferred but not required) -Strong negotiating and relationship management skills -Well organized and results oriented

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About Cameron Ashley Building Products

-Serves both residential and commercial markets, offering a wide range of products from insulation to roofing. -Specializes in providing materials for new construction, renovation, and home improvement projects. -Has a robust nationwide distribution network, delivering quality products to contractors, builders, and retail customers. -Extensive product lineup supports various sectors, including construction, retail, and home improvement. -Committed to providing top-notch service and a broad selection of high-quality building products. -Earned a reputation for reliability, speed, and expertise in the building products sector.

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