PURPOSE and SCOPE:

Product Managers are responsible for driving success in their Product Lines by achieving sales targets, managing inventory levels, facilitating product sales training, participating in sales and marketing initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Engage Suppliers in our business by promoting opportunities with Westward Parts

• Forecast market trends to identify changes in industry

• Maintain electronic database detailing the total cost of acquisition for products and participate in the generation of their on-going pricing structure

• Prepare reports for management and participate in operations strategy and risk management discussions

• Effectively negotiate pricing and terms of conditions with suppliers

• Manage and monitor inventory levels across all warehouse locations to meet internal and external demand of product to minimize out of stock situations

• Work closely with carriers and explore any intercompany cost saving opportunities

• Establishes shipment schedules, monitors Purchase Order status and progress

• Proactively coordinate and monitor the flow of delivery of products, following established business processes and standardized tools to ensure efficiency. Including tracking freight quotes and recording incoming freight/logistics costs

• Support Marketing Department with up to date information and product content

• Contribute to the goals of the department by creating a positive work environment that includes respect for others, open communication and a commitment to teamwork. Participate in team meetings and contribute recommendations for improving workflow or creating efficiencies within the team

• Other Responsibilities as delegated by Purchasing Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Relevant experience in a manufacturing or agriculture business environment.

• Related work experience in a supply chain-purchasing environment or product management.

• Demonstrated negotiation experience and strong negotiations skills sets (communication, assertiveness, results-oriented, persuasive)

• Post-secondary education and/or professional designation such as CPIM considered an asset

Skills and Knowledge:

• Must be organized with excellent time management skills

• Ability to organize and analyze large amounts of data

• Must be able to travel to different locations and attend to work issues where and when they occur.

• JD Edwards experience is considered an asset.

• Good understanding of Quality, Inventory and Logistics