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Create a category strategy in conjunction with internal customers to ensure there is a comprehensive, unified approach for the category. Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories. Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimize opportunities. view job details

Leads supplier relationship management in close collaboration with the business stakeholders (at same organizational level or one to two levels above and across manufacturing support functions such Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance, Technology, Environmental Health and Safety, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, Legal). provide appropriate materials, supplies and services for day-to-day requirements, as well as, emergent work, overhauls, projects. Assists Product Category Manager with all advertising responsibilities including retrieving advertisements from manufacturer partners, working with creative services on ad placements, review of advertising proofs for production, and working within Stibo for page lay-out and development. view job details

Negotiate and implement supplier contracts and report achieved savings. Utilize supplier relationship management tools and process to ensure quality and service levels. Gather, input, and analyze key data to understand buying trends and opportunities. view job details

Act to identify, analyze and improve existing processes within the Category Management organization. Assist with managing the supply base including leading periodic business reviews, monitoring and managing supplier performance (quality, cost, delivery, technology, service, and leadership), managing supplier relationships, performing root cause analysis and resolution, developing and monitoring supplier improvement plans/metrics. Develop and Execute Strategic Marketing Plan to maximum sales, revenue for Sunoco, LP convenience stores and franchise royalty at APlus convenience stores. view job details

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Charleston Inc. Wholesale Supply is your HVAC/R Control Specialist Serving Nebraska, Iowa and the Midwest. view company details

Market Intelligence is what sets us apart and what defines us as a brand - literally in fact: when the company was founded in 1972 it took its name from an amalgamation of the two words. We have been defining and refining the Market Intelligence Mix ever since, to offer our clients a unique perspective on the consumer landscape ahead and a clear roadmap with which to navigate it. So what goes into the market intelligence mix? MARKET RESEARCH is not the only thing we do, but it is right at the core of our business. The vast range of primary research we carry out and commission is the bedrock of... view company details

Blackhawk is a provider of pump manufacturing, inventory management, procurement, product sourcing, tool reconditioning and vending services. view company details

BlueCart is a web and mobile-based platform that engaged in providing wholesale procurement solution for businesses. view company details

Big Lots, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a retailer in the United States. The company offers products under various merchandising categories, such as furniture category that includes upholstery, mattress, case goods, and ready-to-assemble departments; seasonal category, which comprises Christmas trim, lawn and garden, summer, and other holiday departments; soft home category that consists of fashion and utility bedding, bath, window, decorative textile, home organization, area rugs, home decor, and frames departments; and food category that includes beverage and grocery, candy and... view company details

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Q:  I am working on my associate degree with a double major in purchasing/business management. I have been a co-op student with the same company in the procurement department for a year and a half, and have just finished my co-op requirement. I really enjoy working in this field. I have a background in accounts payable, personnel, and office administration.The company doesn't have a position available for another buyer, only the co-op position. I keep hoping they will create one just for me, but that is unlikely. My purchasing manager is allowing me to stay as long as he is allowed to keep me.... view article details

Which Jobs Are on the Rise? As the last chapter of 2013 is written, we once again turn our sights on what’s to come in the new year. And as it turns out, 2014 has a lot to offer in the way of new job growth.We looked into our own Salary.com crystal ball and then referenced sources like the US Bureau of Labor Statistics to determine which fields are slated to enjoy the most growth over the next few years. So if you’re currently unemployed and searching for a job, or if you’re unsatisfied and hoping to change careers, the first thing you need to do is see if your job is on this list.8. ... view article details

In the world of marketing, there are many different roles you can explore depending on your competencies and interests. Managers, web developers, graphic designers, writers, social media specialists, and analysts can all find a home in marketing. Using Salary.com data, we provided the average salaries of seven in-demand marketing jobs. We also provided job description summaries so you can determine if your skillset matches up: 1) Social Media Specialist What you’ll earn, on average: $50,225 What you'll do: Prepare and develop social media content to support and enhance the organization's brand... view article details

 Personal Budget Planning Builds Household Wealth  To some people, 'budget' is a dirty word. In reality a budget is just a schedule of income and expenses, a way of documenting how much money comes in and how it should sensibly be spent. There's everything to gain from sticking to a budget, but adhering to a budget is difficult for many people because it usually means denying cravings and luxuries beyond reach.Well, after all, that's the point of a budget.What percentage of your income goes to housing every month? What goes to entertainment? Knowing those spending ratios is a valuable tool to ... view article details

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