Senior Analyst - Category Management

Wesco; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco in Glenview, IL is seeking a Senior Analyst - Category Management to support the Category Management team with project oversight, report gathering and analysis, and preparation for meetings.

You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing and suppliers, review work, analyze large data sets, help develop pricing strategies, and identify cost improvement opportunities while maintaining a detail-oriented, proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in sales, marketing or similar roles.
• Experience in electrical distribution market is a plus.
• Self-motivated with urgency and detail orientation.
• Team player with a positive/can-do attitude.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority.
• Proficient in office applications (Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead or support Category Management projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and supplier partners.
• Review Associate and Analyst work as applicable.
• Evaluate large data sets, identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Support standard cost strategy to maintain costs by product group/geography/part number.
• Analyze repeat non-stock orders and propose new part numbers.
• Create/update/withdraw existing part numbers.
• Develop and execute e-commerce pricing with the digital team.
• Help manage relationships with key suppliers.
• Identify cost improvement opportunities.
• Assist in developing marketing collateral.
• Collect and maintain product information and content.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional influence

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

As a Senior Analyst - Category Management, you will support the Category Management organization in achieving its goals by overseeing various projects and participating in team and product initiatives. The individual in this role will work closely with Category Managers in day-to-day activities, including report gathering, report analysis, meeting preparations and supporting various processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead or Support Category Management projects and initiatives.
• Engage and Collaborate as needed with other internal departments such as Sales, Marketing, etc as well as with Supplier partners.
• Review Associate and Analyst work, when applicable.
• Effectively evaluate large sets of data, identify trends, proactively solicit feedback from others and recommend solutions while understanding business impact.
• Taking direction from the Category Managers on standard cost strategy to maintain costs by product group, categories, geographies, individual part number, etc.
• Analyze repeat non-stock orders and recommend creation & stocking of new part numbers.
• Create/Update/Withdraw existing part numbers.
• Take guidance from the Category Managers on their products, develop an e-commerce pricing strategy and execute that with the digital team.
• Help manage a tactical relationship with key suppliers.
• Identify product / process cost improvement opportunities.
• Assist the Category Managers in the development of marketing collateral.
• Assist in the collection and maintenance of product information, including product specifications, product images, and additional product content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in sales, marketing or similar roles
• Previous experience in the electrical distribution market is a plus
• Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and detail-oriented
• Team first mentality with a positive/can-do attitude
• Strong analytical and commercial skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Good PC skills including office applications such as Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

Compensation Details: $81,753 - $138,980 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.