Associate Product Manager - Vendor & Product Strategy

Uline; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Bonus programs

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

On-site café

Fitness center with trainers

Walking trails

Job summary

Uline is seeking an Associate Product Manager in the United States to own a product category within our extensive business catalog. You will manage vendor relationships and guide Product Management Analysts, shaping product strategy and contributing to profitability.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in Category Management, Supply Chain or Marketing, plus willingness to travel for trade shows and vendor visits. This is a growth-focused, on-site role at Uline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in Category Management, Supply Chain or Marketing.
• Willingness to travel for trade shows and vendor visits.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned product category from our catalog of business support products.
• Support new product development by researching and sourcing products and vendors.
• Visit vendors to understand manufacturing processes and attend trade shows to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Lead vendor negotiations to build partnerships.
• Collaborate with Creative and Purchasing teams to develop catalog and digital strategies.
• Contribute to profitability, product quality and data accuracy.
• Mentor and support Product Management Analysts to foster growth.

Skills

Vendor relations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uline is seeking an Associate Product Manager in the United States to own a product category within our extensive business catalog. You will manage vendor relationships and guide Product Management Analysts, shaping product strategy and contributing to profitability.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in Category Management, Supply Chain or Marketing, plus willingness to travel for trade shows and vendor visits. This is a growth-focused, on-site role at Uline.