Product Category Manager โ Pools
Location: Knoxville, TN - Manufacturing and Corporate Headquarters Island Campus
Join the Explore Industries Team!
At Explore Industries, weโre more than just a leader in fiberglass swimming pool design and manufacturingโweโre a team driven by respect, integrity, and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees, fostering collaboration, and delivering top-quality products that set industry standards.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Product Category Manager to join our team. This role is critical in managing product information, pricing, e-commerce content, and inventory optimization to support our continued growth across North America.
About the Role
As Product Category Manager for Pools, you will serve as the central owner of product data accuracy, pricing integrity, and inventory health across our internal systems, e-commerce platforms, and distribution network. You will combine strong analytical skills with cross-functional collaboration to ensure our product offerings are well-positioned, available, and optimized to meet customer demand while supporting operational efficiency and business growth.
What Youโll Do
- Maintain accurate product pricing, data, descriptions, specifications, images, and technical content across all systems and e-commerce platforms.
- Collaborate with sales, operations, purchasing, and marketing teams to keep product information current and aligned with business objectives.
- Establish and monitor inventory levels across warehouses, distribution centers, and external locations while analyzing trends to optimize stock and minimize excess.
- Support forecasting, replenishment planning, new product launches, discontinuations, and pricing changes.
- Develop reporting tools to track pricing, inventory health, and product performance.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, inventory management, and customer experience.
- Ensure consistency of product information across all internal and customer-facing channels.
What Weโre Looking For
Education & Experience:
- Bachelorโs degree in business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, or related experience preferred (equivalent industry experience will also be considered).
- Experience in the swimming pool, outdoor living, building products, or related industries strongly preferred.
- Experience with e-commerce platforms and ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Shopify experience a plus).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
- Experience supporting dealer/distribution networks and multi-location inventory planning preferred.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of inventory management and product lifecycle processes.
- Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and cross-functional communication abilities.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Why Explore Industries?
Compensation
- Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000 annually
- Actual compensation will be based on experience and job-related skills.
Benefits & Additional Compensation
Eligible employees may receive access to the following benefits and programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Optional life and disability insurance
- Other incentive or compensation programs may be available depending on the position
Ready to Dive In?
If youโre a detail-oriented, analytical professional who thrives at the intersection of product management, inventory strategy, and e-commerce execution, we want to hear from you!
Learn more about us at exploreindustries.com.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.