Full-Time

Supplier Program Manager

Posted on 8/19/2024

Zoro

Zoro

501-1,000 employees

E-commerce platform for industrial supplies

Industrial & Manufacturing
Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Senior

Chicago, IL, USA

Category
General Marketing
Growth Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Marketing
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or related professional experience
  • 5 years of related/progressive experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to collaborate effectively with key suppliers and internal business stakeholders; an articulate and persuasive communicator
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Prior experience managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
  • Own the strategy and development of the Supplier Funded Marketing Program partnership to accelerate supplier businesses and drive incremental revenue for Zoro
  • Create strong relationships with key suppliers within our portfolio and sell the program to them by highlighting the supplier benefits
  • Manage partnership agreements/contracts
  • Strategize with Suppliers, Category Management and Marketing channel teams to, develop and manage the channel strategy with channel owners to make sure the right message is reaching the right customer at the right time
  • Develop offer and campaign test designs and proformas for continuous optimization
  • Analyze and report on channel KPIs to enable data driven decisions, facilitate the building of new reports to provide visibility to additional optimization opportunities
  • Develop and submit consolidated briefs to the creative services team for all Supplier campaigns
  • Conduct routine follow-up meetings with stakeholders to ensure timing alignment and communicate any changes
  • Collaborate across all marketing teams and departments to ensure multi-channel marketing campaigns are executed effectively to create seamless customer experiences and grow desired customer behavior

Zoro.com is an e-commerce platform that sells industrial equipment, supplies, and tools, primarily serving businesses in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and education. It operates in the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) market, offering a wide range of products at competitive prices by sourcing directly from manufacturers. Zoro's user-friendly online platform allows customers to easily find and purchase items, while the company generates revenue through product sales and expedited shipping options. The goal of Zoro is to provide excellent customer service and a seamless shopping experience for its clients.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canteleu, France

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zoro's partnership with Ultimation expands its quick-ship material handling solutions.
  • The rise of AI-driven inventory management can optimize Zoro's stock levels.
  • Increased demand for home office supplies due to remote work trends benefits Zoro.

What critics are saying

  • Grainger's expansion and financial strength pose significant competition to Zoro.
  • Zoro's digital-first model is vulnerable to technological disruptions.
  • Grainger's focus on sustainability may attract environmentally-conscious customers away from Zoro.

What makes Zoro unique

  • Zoro offers a vast catalog of over 1 million unique products.
  • The company focuses on competitive pricing and excellent customer service.
  • Zoro's digital-first model ensures a seamless online shopping experience.

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Benefits

Performance Bonus

INACTIVE