Assistant Product Manager

International Wood Products is seeking an Assistant Product Manager to support assigned product categories and develop the knowledge needed for future product management responsibilities. The role supports purchasing coordination, inventory planning, pricing, vendor communication, product lifecycle activities, data analysis, and cross-functional operational efficiency.

What you'll do:

• Assist with the management of assigned product categories by supporting purchasing, inventory planning, and product maintenance activities
• Maintain accurate product costs, item records, and purchasing information within company systems to support inventory accuracy and purchase order integrity
• Monitor inventory levels, demand trends, and lead times, providing purchasing recommendations to Product Management
• Support pricing updates and product information maintenance to ensure accurate system pricing and product data
• Monitor market conditions, product availability, freight considerations, and competitive activity, communicating relevant information to Product Management
• Analyze inventory, sales, and product performance data to identify trends and support category planning
• Coordinate with Sales and Operations to support product availability, customer requirements, and inventory replenishment
• Assist with vendor communications, purchase order follow-up, and supplier performance activities under the direction of Product Management
• Support new product introductions, promotional initiatives, merchandising activities, and product lifecycle transitions
• Participate in vendor meetings, product training, and industry events to develop product knowledge and strengthen vendor relationships
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support IWP's Vision, advance its Mission, and uphold the Organization's Values

What they're looking for:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in purchasing, inventory control, inside sales, operations, customer service, or the building materials industry
• Developing analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP or inventory management systems
• Purchasing and inventory support
• Product data and pricing maintenance
• Inventory planning fundamentals
• Vendor communication
• Analytical problem-solving
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Organizational effectiveness and attention to detail