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Product Specialist - Remote - HD Supply Waterworks Job

HD Supply

Date: May 22, 2013

Location: Dallas, TX, US

Product Specialist - Remote - HD Supply Waterworks
Requisition # 71976
TX025 TX Dallas 4333 Irving Blvd
Sales
Waterworks
Full-Time
None
No



Job Summary

Partner with sales to provide expertise and answer questions regarding products and services. Demonstrate how product/services can solve customer issues and create sales opportunities.


Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

  • Develops strategic relationships with vendors in the following areas:  negotiations, pricing, terms of sale, freight, and rebates.
  • Develops new product from concept to implementation.
  • Forecasts, prospects and bids for new business, customers, markets and additional service opportunities.
  • Provides field training and consultation to sales personnel on product information.
  • Promotes and reinforces business image as a total solutions provider.   

  • Nature and Scope

  • Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.
  • Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual complex problems or issues.  Work review typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor and/or direct "customers" of the process.
  • May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel or professional personnel.

  • Work Environment

  • Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
  • Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness.
  • Typically requires overnight travel more than 50% of the time.


  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be eighteen years of age
  • Must pass the Drug Test
  • Must pass the Background Check
  • Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

  • Education and Experience

  • Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline.  Generally 2-5 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in related field.  Certification is required in some areas.

  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in contract negotiation.
  • Knowledge of customer business needs.


  • HD Supply is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a diverse workplace.


    Nearest Major Market: Dallas
    Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
    Job Segments: Supply, Data Analyst, Operations, Data