Corporate Job Search - Ace Careers (2023)

Work

as aPublishing Graphic Designer Emery Jensen,You'll be responsible for the accurate and timely production of promotional and marketing materials, employee and client-facing presentations, and content creation for internal and client-facing emails.

what will you do

• Work with sales, marketing and marketing teams to create collateral using InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Responsible for customer and employee emails regarding promotional materials and education
• Keep promotional assets in your sales team's print catalog
• Graphic design support for interior and exterior components
• Manage marketing projects as assigned to ensure deadlines are met
• Proofreading materials to ensure the work is free from spelling and grammatical errors and is consistent with the brand look and feel

What do you need to be successful?

• Understand common concepts, practices and procedures of marketing
• Degree in graphic design, advertising, marketing or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in the advertising space, preferably in an agency's creative development team or on the client side
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing through presentations, media interviews, one-on-ones, meetings, emails and other correspondence, with the ability to articulate messages in language easily understood by stakeholders.
• Ability to provide feedback and coaching and collaborate with cross-functional partners
• Ability to manage multiple projects at any time, able to work in a team and meet respective deadlines
• Full proofreading skills required
• Graphic design program, retail and/or hardware experience is a plus.
• Ability to recognize abnormal and critical situations and respond accordingly.
• Knowledge or ability may be required to quickly learn specialized software to complete job tasks, such as WordPress. Ability to demonstrate ongoing experience with key tools or applications used in completing day-to-day work tasks.
• Must be able to actively listen to others to understand issues and situations. Must be able to articulate business needs to internal and external customers.
• Must be proficient with Windows and industry standard applications: InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop; working knowledge of Office applications: PowerPoint, Word and Excel, Wordpress,
• Positive, motivated and collaborative team player. Strong listening ability.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and willing to adapt to the needs of a business partner/position.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, solve problems and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented, meticulous, and highly organized to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and achieve goals.
• Integrate into the company's values ​​(Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, Teamwork)
• Reports from Oak Brook, Illinois (mixed).

Emery Jensen Distribution, a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation, sells and distributes hardline products to an independent professional, wood, paint, hardware and electronics retailer customer base.

Compensation details:

$64.000 - $72.000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role/level (company's rapid growth over the past 2 years has resulted in incentives being paid over 125% of the targeted opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match of 4% of qualifying income (from day one of your first contribution)
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Flexible working arrangements (off-site positions can work from home up to 2 days per week)
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
Emery Jensen Distribution provides wholesale products and first-class service to independent retailers in Pro Lumber Yards, home centers, paint, hardware stores, decor stores, and electronics retailers. Our aim is to support the sustainable and profitable growth of our customers by offering the widest variety, the best prices and the most experienced team. With a national presence and a regional focus, we are committed to serving our clients and supporting each other. Come find out why a career at Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Emery Jensen Distribution, a subsidiary of Ace Hardware, is committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

about this feature

Software systems engineers will take on a technical leadership role on highly complex projects. We are looking for experienced technology leaders to join our digital technology organization. The Software Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, support and software maintenance of customer-facing applications written in REACT JS and hosted on AZURE. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in REACT JS application development, architecture, deployment, and support. Candidates must have a passion for building high-quality software products and must have experience directing development teams. Software systems engineers will also serve as technical mentors to designers and developers.

what will you do

• Lead the design, development, software support and maintenance of customer-facing applications written in REACT JS and hosted on AZURE.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, User Experience, and other engineering teams to ensure high-quality, timely feature delivery.
• Hands-on development, support and troubleshooting of software systems, optimizing performance, resolving issues and providing follow-up on all issues and solutions as needed
• Establish and maintain development best practices and coding standards.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching and training to team developers.
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and other technical discussions.
• Monitor application performance, availability, and scalability to ensure high-quality and uninterrupted service to customers.
• Work with other teams to design and implement integration solutions with other applications and systems.
• Ensure consistency and coherence with corporate standards and guidelines throughout the application lifecycle
• Ensure all development efforts meet required regulatory, compliance, and security standards.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in REACT JS application development and contribute to the development community through knowledge sharing and thought leadership.

Who are you

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in REACT JS application development, architecture, deployment, and support. Candidates must have a passion for building high-quality software products and must have experience directing development teams.

required skills

• A degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years of REACT JS application development experience.
• Experience with AZURE or other cloud platforms.
• Gain an in-depth understanding of front-end web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ReactJS.
• Strong understanding of architecture and software design patterns.
• Experience leading a development team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with agile and waterfall development methodologies.
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps, including continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, build and release management, and automated testing.

Compensation details:

$112400 - $140400 per year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

Provide Ace retailers with top-notch customer service and exceed their expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering exceptional customer service to Ace Retailers on a daily basis, ensuring all customer communications are handled effectively and efficiently
• Start using the online system to classify new business submissions
• Processing, Fulfillment and Billing Endorsement
• Answer questions about billing and assist with policy billing reconciliations
• Generate cross-selling opportunities by conducting policy reviews/audits
• Support Sales Team Leader
• Submit insurance renewals to retailer or sales team leader
• Manage renewal process for all non-NAIL insurer placements
• Assist the AIA team with any services, special projects or other assigned duties

Preferred skills:

• Insurance agency experience
• Commercial Insurance Experience
• Account Management Experience
• Excellent customer service experience
• Property insurance license
• Knowledge of agency managers and TAMs will be an advantage
• Must be detail oriented, very organized and able to multitask to meet deadlines.
• Eager to learn new skills and continue education
• Must have good teamwork skills and be able to work independently. Be a beginner and motivate yourself.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office.

Compensation details:

$51600 - $58000 per year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

Work

Ace Hardware Corporation is looking for experiencedRetail Project Manager (Who scouts, sells, leads, develops and manages retail projects (extensions, relocations, refurbishments, remodels and new rundown stores) in assigned territories. This role is responsible for providing solutions to store owners using appropriate measurement and business tools in accordance with project setup agreements. This position has overall performance responsibility for sales, managed scope, cost, schedule and contract deliverables of the project. This includes applying consultative selling techniques, planning, tracking, change control and risk management.

what will you do

• Align with Ace's values, mission and vision to assist internal and external stakeholders in all aspects of your role.

• Consult and close retail project sales using consultative selling techniques when meeting with potential retailers, switching retailers, branch candidates, and remodel projects for existing retailers.

• Inspiring and motivating to action; Prospective Clients, Retailers and Ace Stakeholders to ensure maximum penetration in all areas of the Project Manager. Meet regularly with retailers to educate and spread the word about the benefits of store refurbishment. This can be an individual or a group.

• Planning and developing a range of retail projects for extensions, relocations, refurbishments, conversions and new stores. Work with Ace Territory Managers. Gives DMs the tools to have meaningful discussions with your retailer about the benefits of a store makeover. Coordinate with DMs to develop a store renovation prospect list and develop a strategy for consulting with potential customers on the benefits of renovations.

• Manages all internal and external resources to meet established timelines for all assigned projects.

• Assess the retail potential of Ace's key existing markets for store 'right size - right location' opportunities to maximize Ace's market share, working closely with the appropriate stakeholders.

• Work with appropriate stakeholders to provide support in the review of potential real estate sites to determine their viability from a design perspective. Review and ensure Landlord's Tenant Standards and the construction portion of the lease are carefully assessed and communicated to all internal partners.

• Track and maintain project updates with today's enterprise project management tools. This will require a system update for several project tasks.

• Regularly visits site for all assigned projects to ensure all work is properly installed, manages backlog review and rotates to retailers and area managers upon completion.

what do you need to apply

• Bachelor/Bachelor of Arts. Bachelor of Business Administration or Architecture or equivalent experience

• Capital project sales experience.

• 2-3 years experience in retail project management.

• Working knowledge and understanding of Ace's retail operations plans and programs.

• Gain an understanding of the basic operations and management of a retail store.

• General knowledge of construction is preferred

• Ability to develop detailed estimates and timelines through project scope development and ensure these costs are accurately communicated to retailers and appropriate stakeholders.

• Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to support the review of potential real estate sites.

• Able to review and ensure the landlord's tenant standards and the architectural component of the lease are carefully assessed and communicated to all relevant parties.

• Ability to track and maintain project updates through current enterprise project management tools

• Ability to lead, manage, facilitate and coordinate multiple retail projects simultaneously.

• Must be able to develop/present project capitalization manuals.

• Effective communicator and ability to continually influence retailers, internal and external stakeholders, and gain support to drive programs and/or service delivery in an advisory role

• Excellent and effective presentation skills. Groups include individuals, regional teams, retailer groups and large group presentations.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

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• Excellent PC skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Salesforce.

• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

• Ability to work flexibly and often travel overnight.

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Compensation details:

US$ 96.000 and US$ 110.000 per person

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

• EJD project manager

• job description

  As a Retail Execution Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing cross-functional project management leadership for 85% of EJD's Retail Execution and other strategic account growth projects, with the goal of completing all projects on time and within budget. This individual will also be responsible for exploring process improvements and business solutions to reduce cycle times, clarify roles and deliver a superior and consistent customer experience.

  what will you do…

  • Lead and manage retail execution projects and strategic growth accounts to successful completion (on time, on budget and with highly satisfied customers).
  • Explore and implement process improvements and business solutions, lead the change management process with cross-functional coordination, and develop a clear execution plan and timeline.
  • Supports the professional development of direct reports and team members of Project Specialists and Project Management Assistants/Associates.
  • Maintain the project schedule and clearly and proactively communicate all changes to affected team members and the wider project team.
  • Manage schedules with all 3rd party partners (store workforce, store research, etc.), host and facilitate annual strategic partner meeting.
  • Compiles monthly and quarterly performance tracking reports and communicates results to Retail Executive Team, Sales Leadership and EJD Leadership Team.
  • Facilitate collaboration, inclusion and connection of finance, customer experience and more, and business partners.

  What do you need to be successful...

  • 5-10 years of project management experience.
  • Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.
  • Strong relationship management, negotiation, interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
  • Ability to understand, influence and lead large-scale projects focused on operational improvement.
  • Experience leading projects using one or more continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, CI, Kazan, 5S, etc.) and/or PMP certification is a plus.
  • Detailed and well organized.
  • A bachelor's degree in business or a related field (considering appropriate experience).
  • Knowledge of SAP, Sales Force and Smartsheet is highly required.
  • Mixed working hours (Monday and Wednesday, anchor day).

Compensation details:

$104.000 - $114.000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role/level (company's rapid growth over the past 2 years has resulted in incentives being paid over 125% of the targeted opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match of 4% of qualifying income (from day one of your first contribution)
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Flexible working arrangements (off-site positions can work from home up to 2 days per week)
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
Emery Jensen Distribution provides wholesale products and first-class service to independent retailers in Pro Lumber Yards, home centers, paint, hardware stores, decor stores, and electronics retailers. Our aim is to support the sustainable and profitable growth of our customers by offering the widest variety, the best prices and the most experienced team. With a national presence and a regional focus, we are committed to serving our clients and supporting each other. Come find out why a career at Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Emery Jensen Distribution, a subsidiary of Ace Hardware, is committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

Work

EuropeDepartmental Merchandising Manager (DMM) – HardwareResponsible for leading and developing a commercial team responsible for all aspects of Ace and EJD assortment strategy, development and execution through to retail in each category to achieve wholesale and retail success as measured by sales, gross profit, margin, GMROI and others Key indicators. This responsibility covers both B2C and B2B customer types. The position also provides leadership as a collective team of peers in terms of organizational and staffing structure, strategy, objectives, priority work planning and execution.

Oversight by the DMM team is central to driving coordination and rigorous execution of the company's commitment to deliver relevant, high-quality, differentiated, localized assortment to Ace's retail and wholesale customers at the lowest cost.

what will you do:

Strategy and Category Planning

• Interpret Ace's corporate strategy to align with segment strategic direction as it relates to managing warehouse inventory, excess inventory and seasonal SKUs, seasonal and/or key product trends, and industry-related assortments; profitable convenience, main shelf diagrams and superplanograms; and marketing initiatives.
• Lead the strategic planning process to grow each category in terms of sales and gross profit and develop a common strategy around shared initiatives to drive improvements within the company.
• Oversee all category metrics including merchandising, product GMROI, supplier supply chain targets, SKU optimization, and inventory management
• Present the 3-year strategy to the official team and execute on the plan.
• Monitor changes in priorities throughout the year, reporting on progress and implementing changes.
• Oversee category growth plans through new, innovative and unique assortment and supplier partnerships across Ace and its affiliated channels (AIH, EJD, B2B, eCommerce, ACENET Direct, etc.) while achieving ACENET Direct's SKU productivity and Target.
• As determined, leads the development and execution of programs that are highly complex and diverse and require cross-functional support (Level 3 POG).

Team and Cross-Functional Leadership

• Participate in the overall leadership of the sales team, assist in defining annual goals, growth plans and execution by aligning with the company's cross-functional areas. Manage key supplier relationships and assigned growth projects.
• Continue to manage the platform to support process changes/improvements and streamline organizational and system inefficiencies.
• Demonstrate leadership across the organization by developing strong cross-functional relationships with key business partners and teams including Category Management, Inventory, Supply Chain, Consumer Marketing and Retail Operations.
• Ongoing management of the platform to support process change/improvement and streamline organizational and system inefficiencies.

Team Training and Development

• Responsible for attracting and retaining the best talent for the marketing department. Facilitate/engage teams through leadership and business skills training, mentor future leaders, and continually train for excellence.
• Communicate roles and responsibilities, set goals, prioritize workload, conduct talent reviews, and support development.

Financial Performance

• Achieve annual financial plans by overseeing strategic marketing plans, cost reduction negotiations, increased retailer adoption and company channel expansion (AIH, EJD, B2B, ACENET Direct, eCommerce).
• Manage financial metrics planning and increase the team's overall gross margin revenue for wholesale products, maintaining rates through supplier external revenue, liability account growth and SAP price/condition monitoring.
• Manage and grow new team shop subsidy deals.
• Manages the team's Accountability Fund to fund category growth initiatives.

Category Review

• Oversee team category selection and assortment targets (B2B and B2C) through performance review and assessment of Ace retailer positioning, market, consumer and financial analysis.
• Provides oversight and guidance to merchants through the development of cross-functional review objectives, review planning, supplier engagement, negotiation, and category creation.
• Establish business execution goals and action plans consistent with leadership.

Promotion planning

• Co-plan with DMM team supplier marketing assessment goals and deals.
• Oversee promotional plans for categories/items advertised by the Group in all media on a monthly basis to increase visibility and increase retail transactions.

meeting planning

• Oversees staff planning and execution of all vendor showcase programs including Power Buys, Saving Showcase, Discovery EDGE and business program areas.
• Lead retailer and cross-functional team updates, including on-site meetings during the show, retailer group updates.

Relationship and Communication with Retailers

• Participate in retailer group meetings and targeted retail store visits to build trust and rapport with field staff and key stores to review alignment and opportunities in their respective categories.
• Oversees team execution across all retailer touchpoints, including ACENET, to communicate new programs, changes or updates.

what do you need:

Knowledge, experience and skills:

Ace DMM skills

• passion for the product– Natural and fanatical curiosity about products and retail markets, manifested and acted on.
• strategic thinking- Ability to envision, develop and present strategies to drive disruptive wholesale and/or retail growth in category sales and margins
• result oriented– Ability to drive results beyond plan with overall accountability, proactively shifting work as trends and business variables change
• lead– Demonstrates active leadership throughout the organization, suppliers and retailers as an authority in the appropriate category.
• Negotiation Skills– Excellent negotiation skills with proven results utilizing company size, business drivers and strategy
• Presentation Skills– Ability to plan, integrate and demonstrate strategic excellence, execute and renew leadership across the organization, suppliers and retailers

Experience and technical requirements:

• 10+ years of business experience
• Managed product categories for over 5 years
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills. A history of leading and coaching teams is critical.
• Excellent problem solving skills required
• Excellent interpersonal skills required
• Strong financial and business vision
• Demonstrate strong decision-making skills
• Highly creative, flexible and adaptable with good follow up
• Proven ability to multi-task projects and meet deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• 精通 Microsoft Outlook、Word、Excel、Access、Power Point
• Ability to travel 25%

Compensation details:

$149.000 - $193.500

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

Work

EuropePublic Relations and Media Relations ManagerWill be responsible for promoting and protecting the Ace brand through all consumer PR efforts, including but not limited to building, building and managing relationships with the media and influencers, managing all crisis management situations with the media, driving consistent industry PR, and Developed an innovative and disruptive consumer public relations campaign for Ace Hardware.

what will you do:

• Consumer PR strategy and execution– Developed and executed strategies for innovative and disruptive public relations campaigns to increase awareness and consideration of Ace in the paint, energy, grill and home protection sectors and reinforce brand purpose, including the criteria and metrics for success. Provide guidance and insights to internal and external stakeholders and resources working on multiple projects concurrently in support of FF4 goals.
• Media placement and development of PR materials -Serve as a spokesperson for the company and conduct media campaigns for consumer lifestyle publications, radio channels and trade publications. Establish, develop and maintain relationships with key media contacts and influencers. Develop press releases, key messages and other materials as needed.
• Strategic PR Partner– Build relationships with internal stakeholders to coordinate various outreach efforts and campaign launches. Serves as a liaison between the corporate CMM and various public relations agencies to identify key business drivers and translate them into public relations opportunities. Coordinates and provides strategic direction to Social Media Managers on advertising, events, and influencer outreach related to PR opportunities. Provides strategic communications and public relations advice as needed.
• PR and Local Store Content –Manage, enhance and grow existing PR and local content programs designed to increase awareness of top brands in all store markets, highlight local stores and owners, and drive awareness based on how consumers search for products seasonally and year-round.
• Crisis Management -Establish a complete crisis management process and response plan based on several possible scenarios. Leads internal and external processes and responses to every crisis Ace encounters. Handle media and media statements as appropriate and monitor media and consumer sentiment throughout.
• media monitoring– Prepare weekly, sometimes daily, media monitoring reports for Aces and games; these reports include coverage related to business and consumer public relations and will be distributed to company leadership, including officers and directors. Choose which news should be featured on your company intranet and outside newsrooms.
• communicate- Analyze and develop periodic reports, marketing/review public relations campaign performance and media coverage for the leadership team. Learn about the latest public relations metrics.

what do you need:

Knowledge, experience and skills:

Experience and technical requirements:

• At least 7-10 years of public relations experience with a major brand at an agency or client side
• Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing or related degree
• Strategic decision-making and public relations execution experience working in relationships with traditional media, influencers, media partners, vendors and content creators. Existing media relations are an advantage
• Ability to run innovative and disruptive public relations campaigns
• Experience training spokespersons in the media and/or serving as a corporate spokesperson
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Must be an effective and confident communicator with experience in AP style writing
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects and executive teams from concept to implementation and measurement
• Extensive access to current events, industry and business news
• Solution Orientation
• Experienced in budget management
• Basic understanding of risk and crisis management experience
• Experience in managing relationships with multiple agencies
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated and results-oriented.
• great attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with business partners
• Retail or franchising experience is a plus

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Compensation details:

$100.000 - $130.000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

EuropeNorthern Wisconsin District Manager 2Ask Ace retailers how to maximize retail sales and profits, and how to maximize Ace's wholesale sales. Meet regularly with retailers to assess business needs, develop recommended solutions, develop action plans and ensure voluntary execution. Serve as a liaison between the retailer and the company and act as the spokesperson for the retailer.

what will you do

• Assess retailer needs, market conditions, competitive landscape and determine strategies to maximize retailer sales and profits. Train retailers on why and how to implement recommended voluntary actions.

• Maximize Ace wholesale sales.

• Consult with retailers to ensure basic business and retail techniques are implemented. Examples include gross margin, cash flow, expense management, return on investment, customer service, brand management, advertising, merchandise mix, planning, workforce optimization, inventory management, and more.

• Acts as the corporate liaison with retailers to ensure successful retailer loyalty and coordinates the execution of corporate plans and programs.

• Lead and influence retailers in renovations, relocations, expansions, store location selection, and owner succession planning.

What do you need to be successful?

• degree or equivalent.

• Area manager for at least five yearsmulti storeExperience with a Fortune 500 retailer.

• Gain an in-depth understanding of retail operations and business fundamentals.

• Proven ability to influence retailers and drive best retail business execution in an advisory capacity.

• Ability to enter the local competitive environment and develop appropriate retail strategies.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

• Strong PC skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Adopt adaptive technology and master Ace's retail technology platform.

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• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

• Ability to work flexibly and often travel overnight.

Compensation details:

US$ 96.000 - US$ 120.000 Adult

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

about this feature

We are looking for qualified and motivated Senior UX/UI Designers to join our team to work closely with designers, engineers and stakeholders to advance our design practice. In this role, you will be responsible for creating user experience design and visual user interface design for Ace Hardware's digital products; acehardware.com and consumer mobile applications, supporting more than 4,800 Ace Hardware stores across the United States.

what will you do

• Work with your cross-functional teams to explore complex and ambiguous problem spaces to understand opportunities and translate them into innovative user experiences.
• Translate requirements and ideas into products, including processes, sitemaps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that communicate design requirements to project teams
• Evaluate the usability of new and existing features and recommend changes.
• Work with business partners to identify and prioritize new features and improvements to customer experience, advocate for customers and provide insights into user experience.
• Work closely with engineering and business partners to ensure projects are technically feasible and collaborate on alternative solutions when technical scope or implementation challenges arise.
• Help support the development of a growing UX team as a team member
• Design for scale and consistency through visual hierarchy, layout, information architecture across all design products, and through use and contribution to the Ace Design system.

Who are you

• You have an innate curiosity and a desire to explore new ways to solve problems. You are open to different points of view and have a strong sense of self.
• You enjoy working with cross-functional teams, are proactive and actively seek opportunities for personal and professional development.
• You don't hesitate to talk or express what you think is important to our clients.

required skills

• 3+ years of experience in user experience design, digital design, or other related UX experience in a corporate or institutional setting.
• A strong portfolio demonstrates experience in information architecture and interaction design for desktop and mobile devices.
• Strong communication skills to effectively present and discuss design processes and decisions.
• Proven experience in translating requirements and ideas into deliverables, including processes, sitemaps, wireframes, prototypes and high-fidelity designs.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and project team members.
• Experience with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience creating, maintaining, or participating in design systems
• Understanding the competitive e-commerce landscape to inform user experience design solutions.
  

preferred skill

• Knowledge of e-commerce best practices and experience working on retail e-commerce sites is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver large-scale design initiatives with an emphasis on scalable systems and standards.
• A bachelor's degree in a functional digital design discipline relevant to the job is preferred.
• Learn about mobile and responsive design.
• Experience in user research, usability testing and website analysis is a plus.

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Compensation details:

US$ 120.000 - US$ 135.000 或

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.

Work

Europestore plannerThis role will be responsible for utilizing data-driven analytics to consult with retailers and project management teams to develop store plans that will deliver maximum productivity. Store planners are responsible for the overall design of the store, including architectural and fixture layout, merchandising planning (category space allocation and assortment placement), placement of lighting and electrical needs, and execution of new store signage/decoration and code planning locations and store projects (renovation , redistribution, expansion and consolidation). In addition, Store Planner will ensure execution of Ace's best practices related to department and category layouts, including side-aisle layouts and adjoining areas, incorporating market intelligence and local needs to execute optimized, consumer-focused store layouts. The store planner will also be responsible for developing the storefront using Photoshop, producing comprehensive store concepts and elevations for our retailers and potential retailers.

Improving store formats is a cornerstone of Ace's long-term retail strategy, and developing the most efficient, consumer-focused store layouts for our retailers is a key element of that pillar.

• scope: The store planner will be responsible for any store planning and design needs for new stores, renovations or remodels.
• Leadership/Direction:Store Planners are responsible for mentoring junior team members and leading through special projects as defined by department managers.

what will you do

• Maximize retailer sales and profitability for Ace Retailers by creating efficient, consumer-relevant store plans aligned with defined category strategies and layout and design best practices. Independently manage all aspects of shop plan proposals, from analysis to consulting, implementation and maintenance.
• Consistent execution of store planning/design and merchandising principles i.e. department and category placement, aisle entrances and adjacent areas to drive retail performance. Identify shopper behavior and market changes, challenge or recommend revisions to store planning best practices, and recommend to leadership to continue to drive improvements in store planning strategy and execution.
• Provide advice and insights to project managers and retailers to develop store planning strategies, ensure sales/sf and gp/sf improvements and align with recommendations.
• Maintain high levels of floor plan completeness and accuracy with JDA Floor Planning and CKB. Lead discussions and influence cross-functional teams to accept recommendations.
• Quickly become an expert or power user on Ace Best Practices and JDA applications, coaching and mentoring new and inexperienced team members.
• Working with multiple departments (e.g., Category Management, Visual Merchandising, Space Planning, Field Operations) to take a leading role in ensuring that new shows, either involving filming changes and/or prop changes or 'retail ready', are aligned with the general best best practice and fully communicated to field teams.
• Cross-functionally leading refurbishment planning, departmental and new store planning sessions, helping to identify key opportunities across the store with an additional focus on providing macro spatial analysis and store design expertise to help shape the further evolution of our store model.
• Proactively monitor category KPIs to track performance of completed renovations, track trends, and identify opportunities for changes to adjacencies, space proposals, and category placement. Act independently on results and influence cross-functional and cross-departmental teams through recommendations.
• Provide direct customer service to retailers as needed. Responds promptly to phone calls and emails, demonstrates willingness and experience to answer questions and resolve issues as they arise.
• Identify and execute (with management support) potential special projects that add value to the department or company.

What do you need to be successful?

Experience and Technical Requirements

• Bachelor degree, 3-5 years experience in architectural design and retail merchandise planning
• Demonstrated understanding of interior retail/fitting design, electrical and lighting setups, ADA requirements, building codes, and exterior design
• Demonstrate an understanding of retail industry trends, consumer buying behavior and basic marketing techniques
• Demonstrated breakthrough and innovative improvements in the design process
• Eager to lead and progress within a team to increase efficiency and minimize project lead times
• Focus on meticulous quality
• The power of creative and inspiring design
• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines
• Experience in managing and coordinating with external consultants, including architecture, interior design, etc.
• Ability to connect and influence others cross-functionally
• Good written/oral communication skills with influencing and sales skills
• Ability to work and think independently

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Compensation details:

$70700 - $88400 per year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values ​​- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Victory, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork). gratitude. humble. like. You don't often see values ​​like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, Ace retailers and the Ace brand.

In addition to providing a great culture for our employees, Ace offers a competitive package of benefits* to meet living needs and allowances, many of which expand and improve each year, including:

• Incentive opportunities, based on role level/level (company's rapid growth over the last 5 years has resulted in incentive pay averaging 126% of its target opportunity!)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan and company contributions averaging 9.6% of qualifying income per year over the past 5 years
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks for short-term and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
• 21 out-of-the-box vacations (available in the first year) and up to 6 paid vacations, depending on lease month
• Company car, phone and gas card for on-site positions
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. This is an opportunity to be involved in something meaningful. We help local businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - We support our employees by offering an annual Ace Cares week, annual 20-hour breaks to volunteer with an organization of your choice, helping the Children's Miracle Network Same Thing Hospital and Ace Útil Fund through Ace Foundation
• Ace invests in every employee we hire with a primary focus on development and training. We offer face-to-face classes, tutor-led sessions, a generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond typical annual reviews.
• We know work environment matters. That's why Ace often hosts on-campus events such as Employee Appreciation Week, vendor showcases, barbecues and merchandise sales.
• We bring them to you! Mobile spa, auto repair, car wash and grooming, dry cleaning, dentist, eye doctor, flu shot, recycling and more!
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt, and more), travel, fitness, computers, and thousands more
• Paid maternity/adoption leave
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free visits to a therapist and lawyer, financial guidance, assistance with seniors and children, and ticket assistance to recreational events
• Identity Theft Protection

*Benefits provided in accordance with applicable policies.

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of job opportunities at Ace Hardware, they usually think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. But have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process invoicing for over 75,000 products? Maybe you don't, but we hope you do. Because together we help our clients take care of their homes. Come find out why a career at Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to policies that promote equal employment opportunity. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people for the mutual benefit of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to preventing employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other conduct to which applicable federal or state /local laws.

disclaimer

The salary range for this position starts from what is listed in the job posting, but can be higher depending on education and experience. Note that compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each vacancy. When determining the final salary of a potential new hire, we consider the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as the individual's education, training and experience, workplace, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

Please note that salary estimates posted through other online job boards may not truly reflect the actual salary range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace job description for exact starting salary range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition Specialist if you are selected to proceed to an interview.

This written "Job Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the positions listed. It is intended to cover basic/general job functions for a given position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, as business requires.