Industrial Products Manager - Norco, Inc

Founded in 1948, Norco is headquartered in Boise, Idaho and has more than 70 branches in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Utah and Wyoming. As a family and employee owned company we operate the nation's largest independent gas manufacturer/distributor of welding, safety, medical equipment and supplies. Norco is proud to be among the thousands of privately-owned businesses nationwide that offer their employees a meaningful stake in the business through employee stock ownership (ESOP).

At Norco we share a common mission: "Serving You Better." Treating customers, suppliers and each other with respect and dignity is our top priority. We work hard every day to serve others and create rich lives for our employees, their families, and the communities where we work and live.

Norco is currently seeking an individual to fill our Industrial Products Manager position. The Industrial Product Manager works with the Industrial Team to enhance growth and expansion of the Industrial segment in the markets we serve. The primary objective of the role is to provide support to the Industrial sales team, marketing and purchasing bringing efficiency and streamlining to the industrial operations through continual improvement and strategic initiatives. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work to establish positive relationships with Norco vendors to support ongoing business needs
• Support Sales Managers to negotiate pricing and terms with key industrial vendors that fit with Norco strategy
• Collaborate with Industrial RVPs and Sales Managers, ensuring alignment of strategy towards organized goals and profitability
• Collaborate on consistent communication with purchasing to promote identified products
• Work closely with all interdepartmental teams as required to achieve organizational excellence
• Work with vendors to manage and track the marketing and NDF program requests identified by leadership
• Manage and maintain Norco’s ESP Program (Educational Support Program)
• Create and manage reports to support major vendor accounts
• Manage Gas Broker accounts
• Support EVP / Sales Managers on coordination of regional contracts
• Collaborate with the EVP, Sales Managers and Purchasing on the development of the Industrial Core products program
• Coordinate with Industrial Sales Managers and vendors in creating and developing promotional sales materials and products
• Follow Safe work practices in performance of all duties and follow the company’s safety policies daily
• Stay informed of and adhere to company policies and procedures
• Work well with team
• Perform other tasks as assigned or needed

• Three (3) years’ experience working in industrial setting managing products/vendors or industrial sales
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to adapt to and manage changing priorities
• Ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to create and execute strategic marketing plans and manage budgets
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook)
• Strong analytical skills
• Working knowledge of TIMS database preferred

Norco offers a competitive compensation/benefit package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance provided at no cost to employee by Norco
• Supplemental Accident, Disease, and Life Insurance options
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Wellness Program
• Employee Discount on products sold by Norco

Norco, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Norco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Norco, Inc is a Drug-Free workplace.