E-Commerce Marketplace Specialist

Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
United States, New Jersey, Neptune City
85 West Sylvania Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 09, 2025
Description Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) is a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn, and garden supplies markets. Our Dog and Cat business unit is searching for an E-Commerce Marketplace Specialist to support our e-commerce growth across a variety of marketplaces. The Specialist will support our expansion of the Nylabone, Cadet, Four Paws, Best Bully Sticks, Barkworthies, and Paw Love brands into new channels as well as our current business by assisting with regular reporting, promotions, and inventory management. Reporting to the Sr. E-commerce Marketplace and DTC Manager, the E-Commerce Marketplace Specialist will help manage sales-driving initiatives as well as detailed inventory and financial reporting to maximize success across marketplaces. The ideal candidate has prior E-commerce experience as a marketplace seller and experience managing inventory and demand. They are detail-oriented, organized, and understand E-commerce trends and tools. This position is based out of our Neptune City, NJ facility 5x a week. MEASURES OF SUCCESS: Understand, inform, and implement E-Commerce strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives. Prepare weekly financial statements, sales reports, profitability analyses, and inventory analysis. Track and manage changes to the product assortment across various marketplaces. Prepare and troubleshoot inventory reconciliation reports. Track and manage open cases with various e-commerce marketplaces. Work with relevant stakeholders on inventory reclamation tickets and tracking. Assist with POS reporting and analytics including tracking trends and making recommendations to drive sales. Execute promotional activities with an eye for optimization and improvement and update content calendars. Monitor listings and proactively highlight risks and opportunities. Conduct regular site walks to ensure product visibility, accurate pricing, and compliance. Analyze sales data to forecast future sales trends and stock requirements. Set up new items and manage inventory levels across platforms, accounting for promotions and market changes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including SEO and Retail Media, to enhance item support and visibility. IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES: 3+ years' experience in e-commerce with prior experience supporting Amazon Seller Central. Strong understanding of e-commerce marketplaces, particularly Amazon and Walmart. Experience with inventory management and complex case resolution. Ability to learn new tools and technology to support the business. Ability to work cross-functionally with strong communication (both written and verbal) skills. Intellectual curiosity and thirst for innovation and success. Passionate about the role of technology in commerce. Highly organized, accurate, quick learner, proactive, and have a positive attitude. Knowledge of the pet space is preferred. Bachelor's degree. BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Free Life and Disability Insurance. Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. 401k with a 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution. Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time. Employee Assistance Program. Access to thousands of free online courses. Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more! Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications) Referral Program with a cash bonus. Access to on-demand pay. Paid parental leave. Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry~Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California, and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.