Senior Analyst - Category Management (Operations)

WESCO

Glenview, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Business-to-Business (B2B), Category Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Electricity, Fortune 500 Customers, Logistics, Marketing, Marketing/Sales Collateral, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Programs, Project Tracking, Sales, Supply Chain, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Glenview, IL

POSTED

1 day ago

As a Senior Analyst - Category Management (Operations), you will support the Category Management organization in achieving its goals by overseeing various projects and participating in team and product initiatives. You will work closely with Category Managers in day-to-day activities, including report gathering, report analysis, meeting preparations and supporting various processes.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead or Support Category Management projects and initiatives.

+ Engage and Collaborate as needed with other internal departments such as Sales, Marketing, etc as well as with Supplier partners.

+ Assist the development of new processes and Supplier programs.

+ Review Associate and Analyst work, when applicable.

+ Effectively evaluate large sets of data, identify trends, proactively solicit feedback from others and recommend solutions while understanding business impact.

+ Analyze repeat non-stock orders and recommend creation & stocking of new part numbers.

+ Create/Update/Withdraw existing part numbers.

+ Help manage a tactical relationship with key suppliers.

+ Identify product / process cost improvement opportunities.

+ Assist the Category Managers in the development of marketing collateral and supplier reporting.

+ Assist in the collection and maintenance of supplier and product information, including product specifications, product images, and additional product content.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree required

+ Minimum of 4 years of experience in supplier management, sales, marketing or similar roles

+ Previous experience in the electrical distribution market is a plus

+ Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and detail-oriented

+ Team first mentality with a positive/can-do attitude

+ Strong analytical and commercial skills

+ Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills

+ Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority

+ Good PC skills including office applications such as Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

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At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html) and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

_Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer._

_Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act._

_This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire._

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