Category Sales Assistant - OTC/Nutrition

About the role

This position supports the Category Manager(s) with day-to-day activities to drive sales and achieve department and category objectives. You will collaborate with internal and external associates to accomplish goals promptly.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and set up new vendors and items as requested by the Category Manager across multiple systems.
• Process item maintenance, cost changes, and freight adjustments for vendors daily with accuracy.
• Enter, track, and process billing each period.
• Communicate effectively across departments, including Inventory Management, Center Store, Accounting, AWG Brands, and warehouse teams.
• Assist with deduction resolution as needed.
• Interact with vendor partners to ensure accurate item maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments at AWG.
• Compile and run data reports as requested by the Category Manager.
• Assist with special projects and other assigned duties.

Skills

• Attention to Detail: Manage a significant amount of detail and accurately enter/maintain it across several systems in a timely manner.
• Prioritization and Time Management: Effectively organize and prioritize daily tasks, partnering with the Category Manager to meet deadlines.
• Problem Solving: Identify issues and work with peers for quick resolution.
• Collaboration: Work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Customer Focus: Establish and maintain effective customer relationships.
• Communication: Provide timely and helpful information to others across the organization.
• Accountability: Establish clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred but not required.
• Consumer Products Goods or related industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of AWG systems (SCM, PComm, Balances, OnDemand, Peoplesoft) preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months of previous customer service experience.
• Microsoft Office experience required; strong Excel knowledge preferred.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently with strong communication skills.
• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and a team player.

Location

5000 Kansas Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66106 (Hybrid work model).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• 401(k) with 4% match plus 3 additional contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Program
• Yearly Holiday Bonus