Product Specialist
Core
Ensure data integrity in item and purchase order master databases, manage new product set-up, and resolve supplier discrepancies to support service levels and inventory efficiency.
Role type
Product Specialist (Supply Chain Data & Operations)
Builds
Item master data, purchase order records, and supply chain efficiency reports
Domain
Publishing distribution and content supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
MS Excel (formulas, data manipulation), MS Word, MS Outlook, data entry, data analysis, internet research, supplier communication
Preferred skills
Book industry experience
Responsibilities
Perform ongoing item maintenance including pricing, discounts, and availability; perform new item set-up (title-coding); expedite overdue purchase orders via supplier portals and direct communication; track inbound shipments; respond to JIRA support tickets; perform title research to resolve discrepancies; collaborate with Content Managers on critical supplier issues.
Seniority
Individual Contributor, 2-3 years experience