Strategic Commodity Channel Manager - Pricing & Growth

PACE Supply Corp.; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

ESOP and 401(k)

Career growth & competitive wages

Job summary

PACE Supply Corp. is seeking a Product Channel Manager - Commodities to lead channel strategy, vendor alignment, and assortment direction for our broad commodity categories.

This regional role covers pipe, valves, fittings, copper, steel, brass, PVC/CPVC, PEX and related consumables with remote flexibility and travel to branches. The position demands 5–7 years in wholesale distribution, plus experience in product/category management, vendor programs, and pricing strategy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and Associate's degree required.
• 5-7 years of wholesale distribution experience.
• Experience in product/category management, purchasing, or commodity product sales.
• Working knowledge of commodity product categories — pipe, valves, fittings, copper, steel, brass, PVC/CPVC, PEX — including vendors and applications.
• Ability to influence and partner across divisions, regions, and branch teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive channel strategy for commodity categories across markets.
• Align vendor programs and drive margin through cost and pricing discipline.
• Provide pricing guidance and support quoting for large projects.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and Finance to support initiatives and improvements.
• Manage lifecycle, assortment, inventory planning, and supplier relationships.

Skills

Wholesale distribution

Product/category management

Vendor relationships

Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PACE Supply Corp. is seeking a Product Channel Manager - Commodities to lead channel strategy, vendor alignment, and assortment direction for our broad commodity categories.

This regional role covers pipe, valves, fittings, copper, steel, brass, PVC/CPVC, PEX and related consumables with remote flexibility and travel to branches. The position demands 5–7 years in wholesale distribution, plus experience in product/category management, vendor programs, and pricing strategy.