Associate Product Manager

Department: Product Management

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Description

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of our product offerings? We are seeking an Associate Product Manager to support assortment management, optimize inventory, and help craft go-to-market strategies for our field teams.

In this role, you will work closely with the VP of Product Management and collaborate across departments to drive success. Your performance will be measured by your impact on sales growth, profitability, inventory efficiency, vendor relationships, and the success of new product launches.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the long-term vision of delivering best-in-class customer experiences. If you’re passionate about product strategy and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!


Requirements for success:

• Manage assigned product categories, partnering with sales and marketing to deliver solutions and enhance customer experience.
• Oversee product lifecycle to keep the portfolio refreshed, organized, and aligned with company goals.
• Maximize supplier co-op funding to drive value for both customers and the company.
• Serve as a product and supplier knowledge expert for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate supplier trainings with the Sales Training team to keep the Commercial team up to date on products.
• Follow the New Product Development process and maintain clear communication with all teams.
• Support Marketing and Sales at key events, including market planning, buying groups, and trade shows.
  
  
  
  

Ideal candidate qualities include:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in related fields of product, supply chain, or sales
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency
• Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently and effectively
• Persistence with the ability to schedule and follow up
  
  

Why it's great to build your career with us!

We are a tight-knit group, and we understand the needs of our teammates. This personal connection allows us to strategically design competitive benefits packages that enhance the employee experience and support overall well-being. Some of our benefits:

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance with company contributions
  • Company HSA Contributions
  • Add On Insurance Options: Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.
• Free Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure, plus company-paid holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off: Give back to our community & get paid!
• 401k Matching Options with no Vesting Requirements

Applications are being taken exclusively online for this role, we look forward to learning about the ways that your talents will support the growth and vision of our organization!

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


The GMES family of companies provides to individuals of all races, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital, and veteran status, equal employment opportunities within our dynamic growth plans.

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