USABlueBook (a division of HD SUPPLY) is the recognized source of products and technical support for professional water and wastewater operators. As the company founded by utility operators, it is our goal to remain the industry’s top technical and customer service leader. Location: 3781 Bur Wood Dr, Waukegan, IL 6008HYBRID: REMOTE, Minimum 4 days in office (additional days as needed)Competitive Salary (D.O.E.)5+ years of Management Experience PreferredAbility to coach and train a team of MerchantsWater/Wastewater experience a plusBenefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, Vacation, Sick Time)Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook/Word/ExcelMust be able to pass a background/drug test

Job Summary

Responsible for executing to the financial objectives for a product category or categories. Implement the operational plan and works with key merchandising and field resources to drive item selection and pricing for a category or categories. Responsible for item selection within a category or sub-category. Work with respective merchandising resources to implement the appropriate category and supplier strategy.

 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

Executes to the financial targets for a category and influences assortment guidelines and parameters. Executes pricing strategy.Researches new product lines and shops for competitive prices.Influences supplier strategy and executes the supplier portfolio.Makes decisions regarding visual representation of the product lines in all marketing material including catalogs, etc.Collaborates with purchasing and operations on forecasting and supply chain set-up for all merchandising fixtures for current and new programs.Supports the business review process. Influences which items to send to product line review; when new products should be included in the assortment mix; leverages supplier relationships to optimize assortment; and works with key support functions to ensure completion.Supports supplier strategy (e.g. import vs domestic, national vs local, branded vs proprietary, etc.).Utilizes knowledge of key business drivers for a category/categories (e.g. historical performance, industry/competitive landscape, consumer identification, etc.) to support category sales growth.

Nature and Scope

Experience provides solutions.Ensures that work is performed consistently with company policies and procedures.Leads a group or team of support, craft, or lower level professional associates.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

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Pay Range

$101,800.00-$154,300.00 Annual

HDS provides the following benefits to all permanent full-time associates:

Medical (with Prescription drug coverage), dental, and vision plansHealth care and Dependent Care FSA (as applicable)401(K) with company matchPaid Holiday, Vacation, Personal Time, and Wellness DayPaid Sick TimeLife and Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceShort and Long-term Disability InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceWhole Life insuranceCommuter BenefitsTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramAdoption and Surrogacy Assistance

CA, CO, CT, D.C., HI, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NV, NY, OH, RI, VT and WA law requires the posting of the potential salary range for advertised jobs. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including market data, experience, skills, internal equity and other factors.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.