Category Manager

Phelps United owns and operates a portfolio of businesses that specialize in B2B IT hardware sales and e-commerce sectors. Our headquarters is located in Anaheim, California, where we receive, ship and store all of our goods.
With an employee-centric approach and a commitment to finding individuals that are promotable twice and can become foundational contributors to the growth of the company. Phelps United is dedicated to empowering our employees and helping them achieve their goals in this ever-evolving world job market.
Phelps United has the distinction of being listed as “Best Places to Work in Orange County” in 2022 and is certified as a Qualified MBE (Minority Business Enterprise).
Summary:
Phelps United is seeking a Category Manager with a hunter mentality to drive strategic sourcing, product development, and supplier relationships. You'll spearhead the identification and landing of net new product lines and products, contributing incremental sales and fostering growth.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, identifying and landing net new product lines (end-of-life and or non-franchised) and products to drive incremental sales.
• Drive product development and life-cycle management, ensuring rapid time-to-market for innovative solutions.
• Cultivate strong vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Identify and assess opportunities for net new product lines and products that align with company objectives and market demands.
• Develop and execute strategies to secure new product partnerships and expand product offerings, contributing to incremental sales growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze market trends and customer feedback, informing product development and go-to-market strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate product performance, identifying areas for improvement and growth opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the successful launch of new product lines and products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Analyze and interpret data using SQL and Excel, extracting insights to drive informed decision-making and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, and or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, product management, or related roles.
• Strong hunter mentality with a proactive approach to identifying and seizing opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in SQL and Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• 2-4 years Tech industry experience and proficiency in data analysis tools are advantageous.
• Location: Anaheim

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary plan
• We offer 75% paid coverage of employee medical (Kaiser HMO)
• Company Paid Dental & Vision care insurance
• Company paid life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, &
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday plan
• Outstanding company culture, with an amazing teamwork environment
• Employee Assistance Programs & Working Advantage Discount package

Phelps United is an equal opportunity employer

AD&D insurance, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Employee assistance program, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Life insurance