Product Manager / Distribution Purchaser

Department: Purchasing
Reporting to: Purchasing Manager

General Summary

The Product Manager is responsible for an assigned product portfolio in order to meet the purchasing needs of Parts Canada. This position requires essential distribution or retail purchasing skills and the ideal candidate will have experience managing a large volume of sku’s and/or vendors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve product offerings with input from suppliers, management and sales force
• Manage, maintain and grow supplier base by developing long term professional relationships with key vendors
• Manage SKU information including current, discontinued, and obsolete items
• Ensure customer requirements are met by maintaining a superior fill rate by reviewing forecasted balance on hand and expediting orders when required
• Manage product cost and set industry...