Category Manager - Windows & Exterior Doors

ACarter Lumber Category Manager - Windows & Exterior Doors is responsible for leading vendor relations, addressing location specific needs, and driving day-to-day activities that help grow the categories. Ensures our vendors provide the best combination of quality, service and price to our stores and customers. Effective communication with the field and internal departments is mandatory for the success of this position. Requirements Previous purchasing experience in the building materialsindustry is preferred Previous experience in supply chain is preferred Experience in analysis andforecasting Exceptional problem-solvingabilities Ability to cultivate and sustain strategic relationships Ability to review documents foraccuracy Ability to multitask, organize, prioritize and coordinate workactivities Exceptional written and verbal communicationskills Strong attention todetail Strong proficiencyof Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, andExcel Occasional overnighttravel when necessary Responsibilities Purchasing Ability to review vendor proposals, analyze and make recommendations and determinations based on the criteria below: Best in class pricing Volume rebates: quarterly, semi-annually and yearly Cash discounts and payment terms Growth incentives Relationship Marketing Events Submit and review quotes to help drive buying decisions based on products that best fit our customer and store needs Confirms on-time delivery of quality products at competitive costs to site locations Assists in forecasting product needs by analyzing trends and inventory levels to make recommend buying decisions Helps develop & recommends vendor programs to the Director to increase rebate dollars by product category Product Management Reviews and analyzes purchases, turns, and rebates by product category Reviews and manages SKUs and product descriptions to ensure consistency and eliminate duplication by category Reviews and monitors program compliance Store Support Provides stores with product information, pricing questions, availability and leadtimes Resolves store product issues including shipments, quality and defective material by communicating with store andvendor Assists innegotiating andquoting largeprojects Develops customer programs and negotiates program parameters with suppliers based on the needs of the customer and store Planning, tracking and maintaining co-op fund balances for relationship events and category growth Benefits (full-time employees) Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment Short and Long-Term Disability Company-paid life insurance and AD&D Optional supplemental life insurance Company-match 401(k) Vacation time and paid holidays Room for growth; we promote from within!

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