Product Line Specialist

The Product Line Specialist (PLS) is responsible for purchasing, product flow, and inventory management in order to maximize customer and supplier satisfaction at the most efficient cost.

Primary Responsibilities

• Purchase inventory for demand and stock for assigned product lines
• Ensure timely delivery of products from suppliers to our customers
• Liaise between suppliers and WPGA Sales team; diligently assist Sales to drive revenue
• Manage inventory in order to minimize aged/provisioning stock
• Process returns to supplier, inventory write-downs, rebates, etc. in Oracle
• Set up new items and maintain proper item cost
• Obtain quotes and manage ship-and-debit process with our suppliers

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work well under pressure and adjust task prioritization to meet shifting needs
• Excellent analytical/process-oriented skills. Highly organized, self-motivated, and client-focused

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of Excel, including VLOOKUP functions, macros, etc.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle (preferred) or SAP
• Knowledge of company products and/or distribution/supply chain management

WPG Americas, Inc. is a fast growing electronic components distributor partnered with leading edge technology manufacturers to support customers at all phases of their design, development and production cycles.  As a division of WPG Holdings, one of the world’s largest electronics distributors, we are in a prime position to expand our global footprint in the Americas. We have a dynamic, entrepreneurial corporate culture that recognizes achievement and encourages creativity and self-initiative. At WPGA, you can be part of the team working in a competitive and challenging industry where you can make a difference every day. We offer employees tremendous career opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision and 401k.