Support the supply chain selling function and carry out a variety of tasks and functions. Responsible for maintaining efficient and profitable support for the day-to-day operations of the Distribution Product Line.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Learn all aspects of respective product line and serve as the technical expert.Proactively drive vendor relationships and serve as the primary contact for AAR.Maximize sales and margin objectives of respective product line.Expand existing traditional business.Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace.Support existing outside sales force.Plan, schedule, and manage inventory for respective product line.Identify inventory acquisition opportunities.Identify market trends and coordinate with sales group to anticipate areas of opportunities.Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized.New Product Development Some travel may be required.All other duties as assigned.Support the supply chain selling function and carry out a variety of tasks and functions. Responsible for maintaining efficient and profitable support for the day-to-day operations of the Distribution Product Line.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Learn all aspects of respective product line and serve as the technical expert.Proactively drive vendor relationships and serve as the primary contact for AAR.Maximize sales and margin objectives of respective product line.Expand existing traditional business.Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace.Support existing outside sales force.Plan, schedule, and manage inventory for respective product line.Identify inventory acquisition opportunities.Identify market trends and coordinate with sales group to anticipate areas of opportunities.Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized.New Product Development Some travel may be required.All other duties as assigned.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Team player with strong interpersonal skillsBasic negotiating, customer support skillsAbility to build strong relationships withcustomers.Ability to articulate and compose businessopportunities.Ability to work in a fast paced and highly technicalenvironment.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PC Literate (Word, Excel, and Access) bachelor’s degreepreferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and ADD insurance, 401(k) savings plan, PTO, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. Our newly remodeled Wood Dale office also has an on-site cafeteria and fitness center.

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#LI-MA1To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Team player with strong interpersonal skillsBasic negotiating, customer support skillsAbility to build strong relationships withcustomers.Ability to articulate and compose businessopportunities.Ability to work in a fast paced and highly technicalenvironment.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PC Literate (Word, Excel, and Access) bachelor’s degreepreferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and ADD insurance, 401(k) savings plan, PTO, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. Our newly remodeled Wood Dale office also has an on-site cafeteria and fitness center.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply through the career section on www.aarcorp.com.
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