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Manager, Strategic Vendor & New Product Development

Join our Dynamic Team

Overview

Parksite, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking experienced Manager of Strategic Vendor & New Product Development. Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on identifying growth opportunities and bringing new ideas to life? As the Manager, Strategic Vendor & New Product Development, you will play a critical role in shaping Parksite’s future by building a best-in-class vendor ecosystem and expanding our Interiors and Exteriors product portfolio. This highly visible, externally focused role blends strategy, analytics, relationship-building, and execution to drive long-term growth and innovation across the organization.

Why join our team?

Build your career in a thriving industry
• Lead enterprise-wide vendor strategy and directly influence Parksite’s growth, market positioning, and product innovation
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations to bring new products and partnerships to life
• Build and manage relationships with top national and regional brands while shaping the future of our product portfolio

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• 401(k) Program to secure your financial future
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Insurance Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Professional Development

• Gain hands-on experience leading strategic initiatives such as vendor acquisition, product launches, and portfolio expansion
• Develop expertise in market analysis, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional leadership
• Enhance your leadership capabilities by driving enterprise-wide initiatives and influencing stakeholders at all levels

What you’ll do

• Lead Parksite’s vendor acquisition and portfolio expansion strategy aligned with corporate growth objectives and long-term market positioning
• Identify adjacent and complementary product categories that enhance value for Interiors and Exteriors customers and increase share of wallet
• Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and trend identification to uncover product gaps and high-potential supplier opportunities
• Build and maintain a structured pipeline of new product and vendor opportunities sourced from Sales, customers, vendors, and internal teams
• Develop multi-year roadmaps for vendor and product expansion to support sustained growth
• Create and present business cases for new vendors and product lines, including revenue potential, margins, investment requirements, and risk assessments
• Partner with Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations to evaluate feasibility, profitability, and strategic fit of new opportunities
• Establish and manage a rigorous vendor evaluation framework assessing quality, financial stability, reliability, and cultural alignment
• Lead cross-functional due diligence and decision-making processes for vendor selection
• Negotiate commercial terms, partnership agreements, and performance expectations with new and prospective suppliers
• Oversee end-to-end vendor onboarding and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes from approval through launch
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure readiness across inventory, logistics, pricing, systems integration, and sales training
• Ensure successful product launches and strong adoption across all Parksite locations
• Serve as the executive point of contact for strategic vendor partners, building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships
• Establish vendor performance standards, including KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews
• Drive continuous improvement in vendor performance, product availability, and service levels
• Identify opportunities to optimize, rationalize, or expand vendor relationships based on performance and strategic alignment
• Co-develop growth opportunities, pilot programs, exclusive partnerships, and product expansion initiatives with key vendors
• Ensure smooth transition of new vendors and products into steady-state ownership by Category/Product Management
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Sales leadership to identify customer needs and new product opportunities
• Partner with Marketing and Sales to support product positioning, launch strategies, and customer communication
• Coordinate development of sales enablement materials to ensure teams are prepared to sell new products effectively
• Lead cross-functional NPI and launch teams, ensuring alignment on timelines, deliverables, and execution readiness
• Serve as the internal expert and primary contact for newly introduced vendors, brands, and product lines
• Communicate launch timelines, milestones, and expectations clearly across all stakeholders
• Leverage analytics to estimate demand, size opportunities, and track KPIs for new vendor and product performance
• Provide insights to refine future vendor selection and product strategy based on performance data

What you bring

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations, or a related field; MBA preferred

• 10+ years of progressive experience in vendor management, sourcing, category management, product management, or related roles

• Proven success identifying, onboarding, and scaling new vendors and product lines that drive revenue growth and customer value

Skills & Abilities

• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to evaluate opportunities based on financial impact, operational feasibility, and market fit

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills with experience managing complex agreements

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities and deadlines

• Ability to collaborate across departments and attend meetings, presentations, and strategy sessions as needed

• Capacity to engage with vendors, partners, and internal teams in both virtual and in-person settings

• Domestic travel required approximately 30-40% of the time

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check

• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field
• Experience in building materials, distribution, or adjacent industries
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations and product lifecycle management
• Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) or product launch programs

Work Environment

• Collaborative, cross-functional environment with strong interaction across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations
• Strategic, high-visibility role with exposure to senior leadership and executive decision-making
• Fast-paced, growth-oriented setting focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Combination of analytical, strategic, and relationship-driven work
• Opportunities to engage with national and regional suppliers and industry leaders
• Project-based work requiring coordination across multiple stakeholders and timelines
• Emphasis on data-driven decision-making and performance tracking
• Environment that encourages initiative, ownership, and creative problem-solving

About Our Companies

Parksite
Parksite is a premier sales, marketing, and distribution company serving the building industry with a focus on both interior and exterior products. We supply top fabricators and building material dealers with category-leading products for residential, commercial, and remodeling markets. Our unique marketplace niche is education. We identify products with distinctive applications and educate architects, builders, and designers on their value. This approach has made us an industry leader with each product line we represent. We combine marketing expertise and industry knowledge to create demand for our supplier business partners. We help build brands.

Atlantic Plywood Corporation (APC)
Since 1974, Atlantic Plywood Corporation has delivered the highest quality and best value to our customers. This philosophy has helped us grow into a regional industry leader, distributing a wide range of quality hardwood plywood and panel products throughout the Eastern United States. Our many satisfied customers know that Atlantic Plywood offers not only dependable products and services but also a convenient, cost-effective partnership that helps their business grow.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Lead high-impact strategic initiatives that directly influence company growth and market expansion
• Expand your leadership scope by driving enterprise-wide vendor strategy and innovation
• Gain exposure to executive leadership and play a key role in shaping long-term business direction
• Build deep expertise in vendor management, product strategy, and market development
• Advance into senior leadership roles within a growing, employee-owned organization

Ready to Build Your Future with Us?

Join a team where your hard work is recognized and rewarded. As a Parksite Associate, you'll gain valuable skills, work with quality products, and become part of an employee-owned company that invests in your success. We are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.

How to Apply

If you're ready to join a dynamic team in the wholesale building materials industry, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with growth potential.

Qualifications are a guide, not a checklist. If you think you can make an impact here, we want to hear your story.