Product Manager Ductless HVAC

About UsCarrier Enterprise (CE) is a subsidiary of the largest independent HVAC/R distribution company in the world, Watsco, Inc. At CE we proudly distribute industry leading brands such as Carrier, Bryant, Payne, GREE and other brands of HVAC and Refrigeration equipment, as well as a full-line of aftermarket parts, supplies and accessories. CE has approximately 200+ locations throughout 28 states, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, Latin America, Mexico and Canada with over 2,000+ employees. Our vast footprint, inventory and e-Commerce platform allows us to provide our customers with best in class service when they need it and where they need it.Carrier Enterprise is dedicated to providing Comfort Excellence to the HVAC/R industry. Our vision for Carrier Enterprise is simple...to become a world-class distribution company, and achieve differentiation through the relentless pursuit of service excellence. Our customers and our employees make the difference. We have vast opportunities at our stores, distribution centers, field offices, business units and Headquarter location. We embrace the diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas that make up our company culture. Those experiences only strengthen our teams and our business. From our retail locations to our e-Commerce and mobile platforms our team has the tools to help you grow your career at Carrier Enterprise. See where your drive will take you!Find out more about CE at www.carrierenterprise.com.Carrier Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CE offers a competitive total pay (plus bonus on sales incentives) and benefits package inclusive of health, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k).Carrier Enterprise currently has an exciting opportunity for Parts and Supply Product Manager DuctlessCompany Website: www.carrierenterprise.comSummary Regional Parts and Supply Product Manager champion driving strategy, inventory optimization, and sales growth by managing supplier relationships, coordinating training and promotions, and bridging HQ initiatives with field execution across Southeast branches.Duties And ResponsibilitiesRegional Champion for all product-related items associated with Parts and Supplies (P&S).Accountable for strategic initiatives deployed by HQ PM related to P&S.Identify, coordinate, and facilitate required P&S product training for all identified regional internal and external customers.Identify, coordinate, and facilitate required P&S promotions throughout the year as required to increase P&S product awareness and sales.Understand Parts and Supplies Pricing requirements and Supplier Rebate process and the impact on market pricing profitability. Work with WSO, HQ PM and Pricing departments to ensure the correct pricing and margin processes are executed across the region.Liaison between HQ Product Management and regional sales teamResponsible for communicating regional needs and disseminating pertinent information to all personnel.Regional owner of new suppliers’ relationships in the market (10-30%)Owns new supplier/product StageGate processMake visits to all regional branches to execute Branch Visit ChecklistCoordinate with Planning and Operations to maintain appropriate stock levels of P&SManage regional model/part number supersedes and product multi-pack offerings/discountsCoordinate with regional personnel to manage Vendor Managed Inventory programsLead regional requirements for merchandising and planogramming initiativesCoordinate and manage Factory Authorized Parts requirements across region.Coordinate with all regional functions to attack current inventory inefficiencies and work to maintain acceptable levels of NPI when established.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsProficiency in Microsoft applicationsKnowledge of product strategy and its relationship to the Wholesale HVAC industryStrong analytical, technical, verbal, and written communication skillsHighly organized with the ability to prioritize and track multiple tasks to successful completion. Motivated self-starterWillingness to travel 30% of the time within the Southeast regionPreferred QualificationsProven track record in the HVAC industry, ideally in products, technology, product management or in a specialized sales capacityStrong business/problem solving skills, high sense of urgency and strong communication/interpersonal skillsBA/BS degree with 3-5+ years Parts/Supplies Product Management or Sales experienceBenefitsHealth InsuranceHealth Savings AccountDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceDisability Insurance (Short-term and Long-term)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition Reimbursement & Professional DevelopmentPaid Vacation & Sick timeCompany Paid Holiday's401(k) Plan with Employer MatchEmployee Discount ProgramInvitation To ApplyFull-time and part-time positions are available. To explore this exciting opportunity and other career opportunities at Carrier Enterprise, visit our careers page at www.carrierenterprise.com/careers. Learn more about our company and team.Equal Opportunity StatementCarrier Enterprise, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, religion, disability, sex, or national origin. We support a diverse and inclusive workplace where we employ, retain, terminate, and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence