Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for assisting and supporting Product Category Manager(s) and specialist(s) in performing all duties necessary in the product management team of HSD. The responsibilities include: new product activities, item maintenance, pricing maintenance, category reporting, sales flyer and catalog preparation. Also responsible to lead department initiatives as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

NEW PRODUCT ACTIVITIES:

* Collects information of incoming new products to support the PCM. Ensures all necessary information is obtained to facilitate a timely review. Enters all product submissions, and contacts suppliers for product and pricing information. Obtain product descriptions for catalog and ecommerce platforms. Compile and runs competitive product comparisons.
* Coordinate all new product activities including launch packages, trainings, etc.
* Coordinates new supplier setup process which includes reviewing and circulating information to internal teams.

CURRENT PRODUCT LINE MANAGEMENT:

* Performs regular review of A-system and/or ecommerce classifications, item descriptions and images to ensure the integrity of product content.
* Implements system changes relating to product availability (i.e. help windows, substitutions).
* Assists PCM in reviewing and implementing any selling price changes resulted from price pend reports, including entering price change into the system.
* Assists PCM in identifying slow/high moving skus and implements any necessary changes to stocking status and catalog and web presentation.
* Research pricing for competitive pricing process.
* Assists in supplier meeting preparation including obtaining agendas, running and printing required reports.
* Assist PCM in producing monthly category analysis reports, including preliminary sales trends analysis.
* Assist PCM in sales and market share analysis, identifying underperforming categories, coordinating plans and programs to drive sales and market share in both branded and private brand products.

CATALOG/FLYER PRODUCTION:

* Prepares sales, specialty, and category flyer pages including layout and all pricing.
* Obtain and enter deals, chargebacks, exclusive and national offers. Follow up with Inventory Management on the status of deals.
* Collaborates with the PCM in the catalog production process including all supplier changes, trafficking catalog sections, proofing pages and updating index.

OTHER:

* Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE:

Intermediate level professional; developing knowledge within own discipline. Some evaluation, originality or ingenuity required to perform tasks. Frequently apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular field. Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.

COMPLEXITY:

Work on problems of limited to moderate scope and impact where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Analyze possible solutions using standard procedures to solve straightforward problems. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practice to determine appropriate action. Build productive internal/external working relationships.

SUPERVISION:

Receive a moderate level of instruction on day-to-day work and detailed instruction and guidance on new projects or assignments.

Qualification

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Typically 2 to 4 years of related professional experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Typically a Bachelors Degree or global equivalent in related discipline.

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

* Basic understanding of industry practices
* General proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures
* Basic planning/organizational skills and techniques
* Good decision making, analysis and problem solving skills
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Basic presentation and public speaking skills
* Basic interpersonal skills
* Developing professional credibility

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

* A-system and ecommerce platform knowledge preferred.
* Strong PC skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
* Must have good analytical skills and must have good communication skills.
* Must be able to multi-task and work in a team environment.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Typically, to advance to a new job level, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high-end of meets expectations or consistently exceed expectations.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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