
Senior Category/Product Manager - Packaging
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Overview
Job Description
Job Purpose:
Our Senior Product Manager is responsible for setting the vision, strategy, and execution plan for a highly complex product portfolio. This role must define the Go-to-Market strategy for their portfolio by establishing: Where to Play, How to Win, and what Capabilities & Tracking are needed to deliver against their specific financial plan.Job Responsibilities:
● Manage all aspects of assortment and vendor management including: go-to-market strategy, market trend analysis, programs to create demand, financials, cross-functional intercompany and supplier relationships, product selection, negotiation and deal closure, guidance for selling organization.● Financial management including sales results, item lifecycle, returns, margins, program dollars, terms and conditions, and corporate goals, supported by Finance Team.● Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned product lines.Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:
● Experience in and keen understanding of global supply chain dynamics.● Understanding of distribution, supply chain, and vendor manufacturing.● Expert negotiation skills and relationship building.● Demonstrated ability to present and clearly define sourcing strategy to varied audiences.● Metrics driven: strong analytical skills are a must, including the ability to absorb and process large amounts of data into actionable information.
Work Experience:
● 10-15 years of related job experience.● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.● Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.Education:
● Bachelor's Degree PreferredWhat We Offer
- Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
- Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
- Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
- Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
About Veritiv
Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.comand connect with the Company on LinkedIn.
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