Product Manager

Position Overview:

Our local Charlottesville client is seeking a Product Manager to work in their design showroom. The person is responsible for product pricing, ordering, tracking and coordinating on-time receipt of all physical elements of a client's design. This is a highly collaborative position, and effective management of products is critical to the success of the company overall. The bulk of a product manager's time will be spent on transactions between team members and vendors gathering product requirements, detail, and in accurately documenting those details to place orders.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Manage the product lifecycle from concept through launch and beyond, including pricing, ordering, recommendation of alternate selections/change orders, and shipping/delivery management.

• Systematically implement processes and procedures that are in place and in time develop and enhance existing processes.

• Be a team player, with the ability to accept recommendations and work with others in a responsible manner.

• Keep complete, detailed electronic ordering records documenting details of the order, pricing, availability and shipping time frames.

• Proactively seek opportunities for up sell and/or vendor promotions to reduce buying costs.

• Work closely with accounting to manage payments, change orders, and other financial matters.

• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of products.

• In collaboration with the project manager, check in/inspect delivered items utilizing internal systems.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field

• Business, organizational, documentational, interpersonal, and management experience.

• A detail-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

• Strong math, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

• Have a positive, prepared mindset and anticipatory approach to the workday.

• The ability to learn quickly and willingness to cultivate proactive questions.

• Some physical ability required in opening and managing product receipt.

• Technology competency particularly MS Suite, project management software, and ERP's such as Studio Designer.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Flexible schedule.

• Paid time off

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration, and personal growth.

Robbins Staffing Solutions, Inc. is an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm connecting our clients with talented candidates for over 19 years. Let us help you find your next career opportunity. Apply online at www.robbinsstaffing.com or call us today for more information. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.