Category Manager - Atlanta, United States - Genuine Parts Company

Genuine Parts Company Atlanta, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Position Mission:

Ownership of strategic category direction aimed specifically at enhancing GPC's sales, profit, inventory turns, and market position within the industry while upholding GPC's high standards of ethics and integrity as a representative of the corporation.

Position Performance Measures:

Grow Genuine Parts Company's sales, profits and market share within the US Automotive Aftermarket
Manage relationships with suppliers to both procure and present competitive programs to the market
Create efficiencies with key internal and external stakeholders, while working across various APG departments to effectively develop procurement, sales and marketing programs

Responsibilities: The following section contains the primary responsibilities for this position. Job holder is responsible for performing any other duties as assigned by management.

Develops and executes overall market strategies for specific product categories
Coordinates with various departments and oversees all strategic initiatives for assigned product groups in relation to category management, product assortment, promotions and marketing, pricing, supply chain, sales, customer service and information technology
Initiates and manages vendor relationships and negotiations for the sourcing of specific product categories
Determines viability of potential vendors as it pertains to pricing, quality, service capabilities and financial stability
Operates as a project manager for any vendor or program changes
Research and analyze sales and profitability performance metrics

Experience, Education, and Abilities:

1-3 years in Product Management (or equivalent experience), including contract negotiations, program management, data analysis and procurement activities required
Managerial presentation and reporting experience preferred
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
Ability to manage congruent and diverging projects
Work performed in a typical office environment
Travel up to 30% of the time

Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Category Manager

3 weeks ago

DSJ Global Atlanta, United States

We are collaborating with a global leader in sustainable construction solutions. Their focus is on developing products for critical reinforcement applications in a more eco-friendly manner. With rapid growth underway, they're seeking someone ready to dive in and lead the charge i ...
Manager - Category

3 weeks ago

EIS Atlanta, United States

· About UsEIS is a leading North American distributor of process materials, production supplies, specialty wire and cable and value-added fabricated parts for the electrical OEM, motor repair and assembly markets. · Our culture is highly innovative, collaborative, and focused o ...
Manager - Category

3 days ago

EIS Atlanta, United States

About Us · EIS is a leading North American distributor of process materials, production supplies, specialty wire and cable and value-added fabricated parts for the electrical OEM, motor repair and assembly markets. · About Us · EIS is a leading North American distributor of pro ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Artera Corporation Atlanta, United States

Category Manager · Summary · Title:Category Manager · ID:1586 · Location:Atlanta, GA · Department:Operations · More about this job > · Description · Position Overview: · We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Category Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Categor ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Artera Services, LLC Atlanta, United States

Position Overview: · We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Category Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies while driving cost efficiency within your assigned product category. Your ...
Category Manager

4 weeks ago

DSJ Global Atlanta, United States

Category Manager - SG&A and Capex - Geotextile and Geomembrane Industry · Location: Northeast GA/Atlanta GA/Chattanooga, TN/Houston, TX · Work Type : onsite for first 90 days then in office 1 or 2 days a week. · Indirect Categories Managed: Spend 40-50MMHR, (temp agencies) , M ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas Atlanta, United States

Category Manager - Transformers and Components page is loaded · Category Manager - Transformers and Components · Apply · locations · Raleigh, North Carolina, United States · Houston, Texas, United States · Atlanta, Georgia, United States · Quebec, Quebec, Canada · time ty ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Edible Arrangements Atlanta, United States

Job Description · Job Description · Who are we and what do we do? · Fruit was just the beginning. Since our founding in 1999, we've evolved over 25+ years into an industry leader and modern gifting destination for celebrating the moments that matter. In addition to a robust on ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Hitachi Data Systems Atlanta, United States

General Information: · Hitachi Energy is seeking a remote · NAM Category Manager - Transformers and Components for its Raleigh, NC location. This role is responsible for translating the Business Line category strategy to regional level and driving regional execution, continuous ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC Atlanta, United States

Minimum: USD $60,000.00/Yr. · Maximum: USD $70,000.00/Yr. · Category Manager · At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses We are seeking a dedicated Category Manager whose role requires the ability to understand our retailer's processes, understand what data is ava ...
Manager, Category

3 days ago

Kids II Atlanta, United States

At Kids2, we're really good at what we do. And when we're great at our jobs, we help parents be great at their jobs. · Parenting is demanding, and that's where we come in. We want to reimagine how brands can make it easier for early stage parents - not by just selling them produc ...
Category Manager

3 weeks ago

City of Atlanta Atlanta, United States

Open Until Filled · Salary Range - $72,843 - $97,106 · General Classification and Summary · Under supervised direction of the Director of Category Management, the Category Manager will be a successful change agent who can develop strong relationships with senior leaders and b ...
Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Advantage Solutions Atlanta, United States

Summary: · Category Manager · At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses We are seeking a dedicated Category Manager whose role requires the ability to understand our retailers processes, understand what data is available, understand our clients objectives and marry ...
Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Greene Tweed Alpharetta, United States

Job Description: · OVERVIEW · Supervise title & registration personnel ensuring client satisfaction through effective and efficient execution of Registration Renewals and related services. Work to develop and coach a team of registration specialists through the management of da ...
Sr. Manager, Category

1 week ago

Kids II Atlanta, United States

At Kids2, we're really good at what we do. And when we're great at our jobs, we help parents be great at their jobs. · Parenting is demanding, and that's where we come in. We want to reimagine how brands can make it easier for early stage parents - not by just selling them produc ...
Director Category Management

2 weeks ago

Genuine Parts Company Atlanta, United States

Position Mission: · The Director, Category Management - Commercial role is responsible for driving sales and profitability growth across a group of product categories. This position will lead a team of Category Managers ensuring an optimal mix of financial, operational, and cust ...
Associate Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Coca-Cola Company Atlanta, United States

BODYARMOR is a fast paced, dynamic environment where brand builders work together with the goal of becoming the number one sports drink Extreme passion and teamwork are the essentials of being a successful member of the BODYARMOR team. BODYARMOR builds camaraderie amongst co-work ...
Category Insights Manager

1 week ago

Spectrum Brands Atlanta, United States

Division Information · The Home & Garden business unit of Spectrum Brands is based in St. Louis, Missouri with distribution, manufacturing and sales offices throughout the US and globe. We are a leading supplier of consumer products nationally for the home, lawn and garden, inse ...
Sr. Category Manager

3 weeks ago

Bose Atlanta, United States

You know the moment. It's the first notes of that song you love, the intro to your favorite movie, or simply the sound of someone you love saying "hello." It's in these moments that sound matters most. · At Bose, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth. We've dedica ...
Senior Category Manager

1 week ago

InterContinental Hotels Group Atlanta, United States

Senior Category Manager (IT Services and Software) · Hotel: · Corp Atlanta Ravinia, Three Ravinia Drive, Suite 100, 30346 · Your primary responsibility will be to support the Software and IT Services category, which represents a significant spend for IHG across several strategi ...