Plumbing Product Category Manager

Description Of Duties

• Identify, source, and negotiate with suppliers for plumbing-related product lines, including fixtures, fittings, valves, connectors, and other plumbing supply categories.
• Evaluate supplier performance and pricing to ensure alignment with company objectives and profitability targets.
• Manage the product lifecycle from sourcing through digital onboarding, ensuring all product content, descriptions, and pricing are accurate and optimized for our e-commerce platform.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Marketing, E-Commerce, and Sales teams to ensure successful product launches and category growth.
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings within the plumbing supply distribution market to identify opportunities for assortment expansion and cost savings.
• Leverage SAP to manage product data, supplier records, and pricing structures efficiently.
• Maintain strong relationships with key plumbing vendors to ensure reliable supply, product availability, and responsiveness.

Experience And/or Qualifications Required

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience within plumbing supply distribution, plumbing products, or related trade supply categories.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with plumbing manufacturers, distributors, or supply vendors.
• Proficiency with SAP required; experience with other ERP and e-commerce systems is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of product content optimization for digital marketplaces preferred.

Benefits

• Bundled consumer-driven Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Dental (Aetna), and Vision (VSP) pricing.
• New hires receive full access to benefits the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• 401(k) with matching program starts immediately. Company will match half of the first 5% of annual compensation.
• 8 paid company holidays
• 2 weeks’ vacation (0 to 5 years), 3 weeks’ vacation (5 to 10 years), 4 weeks’ vacation (10 to 15 years), 5 weeks’ vacation (15+ years)
• Sick time that is not excessive or categorized under special medical leave will not come out of your vacation time – honor system for salaried employees
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Referral program
• Employee discount

Additional Details

• Onsite role only – this position is not remote or hybrid.
• Excellent Culture
• This is a company where you can be yourself with a fun and upbeat culture.
• Long-Tenured Employees
• Many of our employees have been here for 15 to 30+ years.
• Room For Growth
• We are part of the Würth Group of Germany, a privately held company netting over $20 billion annually with a long legacy of promoting from within.
• Comfortable Interview Process
• Conversational and transparent.

Why Join Würth Baer Supply Company?

• Work with a collaborative and knowledgeable team in a stable, growing organization with a company culture where employees can be themselves.
• Apply today and join a team that works hard for its customers—and for each other.