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Inside Sales - Assistant Category Manager

1/20/2026

The Assistant Category Manager will analyze data to determine industry trends and devise long-term strategies for product categories. They will also collaborate with various teams to ensure product availability and maximize visibility.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Meyer Distributing is a leader in automotive specialty products marketing and distribution. Through numerous strategically positioned warehousing facilities, Meyer serves thousands of customers nationwide via Meyer Logistics direct ship. At Meyer Distributing, we look forward to continuing our efforts to provide the best service we possibly can. We will continue to support all of our customers and vendors, building partnerships and friendships across the globe. We take a truly personal approach with every element of our operation; each customer, vendor and associate is treated with utmost respect. It is our aim to show an attention to detail that will set us apart from other larger companies. We take pride in being close to the heartbeat of our business and hold all of our staff to the highest of standards. We will never lose sight of our core principles of dedicated, precise and personal service.

About the Role

Description

The Assistant Category Manager position focusing on our 4X4; Jeep; Off Road; and Suspension Division; Wheel, and Tire Division; or Commercial, Fleet, Snow and Ice Equipment Division is responsible providing your client with customer focused insights regarding the product and category. Creating and developing a long-term plan and strategy for development of the category.

Education/Certification(s):

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent of years in experience

Experience:

Job related experience within specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
Training - Minimum of one month on the job training required.

Requirements for the Inside Sales - Assistant Category Manager:

Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles
Knowledge of one or more categories: 4X4; Jeep; Off Road; Suspension; Wheel, and Tire; Commercial; Fleet; or Snow and Ice Equipment
Knowledge of CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
An ability to understand and analyze sales performance metrics
Solid customer service attitude with excellent negotiation skills
Strong communication and team management skills
Analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude

Benefits for the Assistant Category Manager:

Medical
Vision
Dental
Disability
Life Insurance
401K with Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Personal Days Available
Employee Discount
Casual Dress Code
Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement Options Available

Job Duties for the Assistant Category Manager:

Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trends
Devise long-term development strategies for product categories
Develop exit strategies for unsuccessful products
Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services
Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumer demands
Determine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibility
Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category
Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand product categories
Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory
Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category
Assist Category Manager in selecting, pricing and positioning of category products

Inside Sales, Category Management, Jeep, 4X4, Suspension, Wheel, Tire, Off Road, Commercial, Snow, Ice

Key Skills

Category ManagementMarketingSales PrinciplesCRM SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteSales Performance MetricsCustomer ServiceNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving