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On-line Merchandising Manager Job Opening at Zoro Tools in Buffalo Grove, IL
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| Position: | On-line Merchandising Manager |
| Company: | Zoro Tools |
| Job Location(s): | Buffalo Grove, IL |
| Start Date: | March 18, 2013 |
| Employment Term: | Regular |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Starting Salary Range: | |
| Required Education: | Bachelor's Degree |
| Required Experience: | 3 to 10 years |
| Required Security Clearance: | None |
| Related Categories: | Marketing - General, Retail/Wholesale - E-Commerce, Consumer Products |
Position Description
Once upon a time . . .
Once upon a time -- like about two years ago -- a handful of determined and optimistic folks had an idea for a business. It would provide on-line access to hundreds . . . no, thousands . . . wait, hundreds of thousands of MRO products. These products would be competitively priced but with fat margins buried in deceptively complex shipping terms. Hold it . . . products that are competitively priced AND with free shipping.
And this dynasty would be called Bruce’s Bargain Basement. Actually, that would be a stupid name based on tired and worn alliteration. Probably better just call it Zoro Tools.
Hey, that’s just fantastic, but what’s that have to do with me . . .
To sustain our growth and meet the business objectives we have all committed to in 2013 (and by “all” I mean our CEO) we need your help, specifically in the event that you would like to be an On-line Merchandising Manager. At Zoro Tools, this means you would own a number of product categories and be responsible for their performance.
Those interested can forward a resume directly to bruce.simmons@zorotools.com.
The On-Line Merchandising Manager will take initiative to support a wide variety of product related needs including:
Individuals positioned for success in this role will have had up to three years of experience in the above functions in any number of industries that required the support of a large number of SKUs. Relevant industries may include foodservice, CPG, electrical, manufacturing, fashion, sporting goods, automotive, agriculture and others. Strong Excel and Access skills are needed to be comfortable in this position.
Bruce Simmons
Zoro Tools
847-484-0403
bruce.simmons@zorotools.com
see if we are normal at
http://www.zorotools.com/pages/zorotools_info/careers/
meet some of the skulk at
http://www.zorotools.com/pages/zorotools_info/bios/
Once upon a time -- like about two years ago -- a handful of determined and optimistic folks had an idea for a business. It would provide on-line access to hundreds . . . no, thousands . . . wait, hundreds of thousands of MRO products. These products would be competitively priced but with fat margins buried in deceptively complex shipping terms. Hold it . . . products that are competitively priced AND with free shipping.
And this dynasty would be called Bruce’s Bargain Basement. Actually, that would be a stupid name based on tired and worn alliteration. Probably better just call it Zoro Tools.
Hey, that’s just fantastic, but what’s that have to do with me . . .
To sustain our growth and meet the business objectives we have all committed to in 2013 (and by “all” I mean our CEO) we need your help, specifically in the event that you would like to be an On-line Merchandising Manager. At Zoro Tools, this means you would own a number of product categories and be responsible for their performance.
Those interested can forward a resume directly to bruce.simmons@zorotools.com.
The On-Line Merchandising Manager will take initiative to support a wide variety of product related needs including:
- Merchandising: Responsible for proofing flyers, catalog, and online product data to ensure accuracy, relevance and consistency.
- Pricing: Continuously reviews pricing of other industry sources and modifies pricing strategies as competitive intelligence dictates.
- Product Information: Ongoing editing and normalization of product information gathered from various sources to ensure data is properly loaded into product information system and remains up to date.
- Promotions: Work with Product Managers to identify and create merchandise product promotions on ZOROTOOLS.com and in flyers (print & online) in order to drive sales and profitability.
- New Item Addition: Coordinate the collection process of product information (attributed data, technical documents, images, copy), and work with Product Managers to establish optimal ad layouts.
- Product Management: Assist Product Managers with line reviews and pricing activities as needed.
Individuals positioned for success in this role will have had up to three years of experience in the above functions in any number of industries that required the support of a large number of SKUs. Relevant industries may include foodservice, CPG, electrical, manufacturing, fashion, sporting goods, automotive, agriculture and others. Strong Excel and Access skills are needed to be comfortable in this position.
Bruce Simmons
Zoro Tools
847-484-0403
bruce.simmons@zorotools.com
see if we are normal at
http://www.zorotools.com/pages/zorotools_info/careers/
meet some of the skulk at
http://www.zorotools.com/pages/zorotools_info/bios/
Contact Information
Resumes can be forwarded to bruce.simmons@zorotools.com