Product Associate

The Cary Company is hiring a Product Associate to support product sourcing, onboarding, data management, and category growth initiatives. The role maintains product information, conducts market research, supports supplier activities, and coordinates product projects and launches across departments.

What you'll do:

• Assist with new product onboarding and item setup
• Maintain accurate product information, specifications, pricing, and documentation
• Conduct market research on products, suppliers, competitors, and industry trends
• Support sourcing initiatives and supplier management activities
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Purchasing, and Customer Service teams
• Help track product projects and ensure key milestones are met
• Analyze product data and identify opportunities for improvement
• Support product launches and assortment expansion efforts
• Assist with vendor communications and documentation management
• Help improve processes and workflows within the Product team

What they're looking for:

• Enjoy learning how products, suppliers, and supply chains work
• Like solving problems and finding better ways of doing things
• Are naturally curious and ask thoughtful questions
• Pay attention to details while keeping the bigger picture in mind
• Communicate well and enjoy working with different teams
• Take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, Analytics, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Cafeteria Plan
• Childcare Reimbursement Program
• Seasonal Company-Sponsored Events
• Work/Life Balance
• 9/80 Scheduling Option (after one year of employment)