Strategic Associate Category Manager - Vendor Leadership

Uline; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% match

Bonuses

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

On-site café

Fitness center

Walking trails

Job summary

Uline is seeking an Associate Category Manager to own a product category, manage vendor relationships, and guide Product Management Analysts. The role focuses on strategic product success and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

As a key member, you will drive catalog and digital strategies, lead negotiations, and travel to trade shows to stay ahead of market trends. This is a full-time on-site position with strong growth potential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Category Management

Supply Chain

Marketing

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uline is seeking an Associate Category Manager to own a product category, manage vendor relationships, and guide Product Management Analysts. The role focuses on strategic product success and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

As a key member, you will drive catalog and digital strategies, lead negotiations, and travel to trade shows to stay ahead of market trends. This is a full-time on-site position with strong growth potential.