Job Description Associate Product Manager 4730 N Service Dr, Winona, MN 55987 HEADP Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 8:00am - 5:00pm MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 4:00pm OVERVIEW: Working as Full-time Associate Product Manager, you will be responsible for assisting in the management and development of the overall strategy for selected product categories. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: o Working with the Supplier Development team to ensure that their needs and strategic objectives are met o Assisting in the management of supplier relationships and category strategies o Assisting in the development and introduction of new product lines o Facilitating supplier consolidation, leveraging spend and strategic sourcing opportunities o Helping maintain pricing files and influencing pricing models o Assisting in the development of marketing programs for our sales team and end-users o Working with our marketing team on the execution of the marketing program deliverables o Coordinating with our supply chain and suppliers to develop inventory plans that meet company goals and objectives REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: The following skills and qualifications are required for this position: o Excellent written and oral communication skills o Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite o Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented o Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities o Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment o Work independently as well as in a team environment o Willingness to travel as needed o Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY) PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: o Possess or are working towards a degree related to Business, Marketing or Operations OR have industry related work experience o Prior work experience with product association, placement and supplier negotiations o Knowledge and familiarity with industrial products ABOUT US: Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders. As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal. FULL-TIME BENEFITS: Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity