Hybrid Woodworking Category Manager - Growth & Strategy

Rockler; Medina (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockler in Medina, MN seeks a Category Manager of Woodworking to lead category direction, manage lifecycle SKUs, and optimize pricing and promotions. The role partners with Rockler's NPD, Supply Chain, Product Marketing, and Ecomm teams to translate strategies into store displays and online merchandising while driving category performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in category management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and woodworking experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in category management and multi-channel merchandising.
• Proven leadership abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiating skills.
• Flexible team player able to lead cross-functional teams.
• Woodworking experience/background preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Limited travel to vendors and tradeshows required.
• Local Applicants only - Hybrid Role - 3 days in office per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and as required otherwise and typically remote Thursday and Friday

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic direction for your business through thoughtful analysis of current business, market trends, and competition.
• Manage multiple product categories, large numbers of SKUs, and all aspects of the product life cycle.
• Develop merchandising concepts and promotional plans to drive category growth while optimizing assortments.
• Perform category/line reviews and presentations to optimize pricing, promotions, and merchandising placement.
• Monitor and report on key metrics and financial performance.
• Collaborate with vendors on new products, promotions, and favorable costs; negotiate terms.
• Coordinate with internal teams to execute category strategies on the website and in stores.
• Lead and develop assigned direct reports and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain urgency and deliver results in a hybrid, in-office environment.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Woodworking experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Rockler in Medina, MN seeks a Category Manager of Woodworking to lead category direction, manage lifecycle SKUs, and optimize pricing and promotions. The role partners with Rockler's NPD, Supply Chain, Product Marketing, and Ecomm teams to translate strategies into store displays and online merchandising while driving category performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in category management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and woodworking experience.