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Oak Brook, Illinois | Jersey City, New Jersey | Ridgefield, New Jersey | Upper Manhattan, New York | Bronx, New York

Sales (EJD)

The Job

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in the Greater NYC Metro area, Upper Manhattan, NY, Bronx, NY, Jersey City, NJ and Ridgefield, NJ.

We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hard-lines industry. We are looking for a top performer to join our team. Do you have a proven track record of performance? Are you driven to succeed and ready to join a growing division of the largest hard-lines distributor in the industry? Take the next step in your career and join our winning team!

Emery Jensen Distribution is a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation that sells and distributes hard-line products to independent Pro/Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments.

Our team is currently looking for a Territory Manager who will be responsible for growing profitable sales with current and new Emery Jensen customers in the Greater NYC Metro Area.

The Territory Manager is focused on growing sales through weekly warehouse orders, convention sales opportunities, drop-ship programs, and other promotional programs. They will analyze each retailer and develop specific sales strategies and solutions based on customer needs, while meeting Emery Jensen Distribution objectives. The Territory Manager manages the customer relationships and will be the liaison between the customer and Emery Jensen Distribution. As necessary, the Territory Manager may be required to attend industry related trade shows, such as, but not limited to, The National Hardware Show, The IGC Show and other industry related events.

What you’ll do

  • Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a strategic sales plan that engages retailers and will increase the Emery Jensen Distribution customer base within a defined geographic territory
  • Represent Emery Jensen Distribution both professionally and ethically in all day to day activities
  • Develop and foster strong business relationships with key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen Distribution business
  • Organize and prioritize weekly customer sales routes and calls to meet Emery Jensen Distribution goals and objectives
  • Effectively communicate with the Emery Jensen Leadership Team with both successes as well as challenges to gain insight and support in achieving Emery Jensen Distribution goals and objectives
  • Effectively communicate with the internal Sales Support Team, the Care Center and other internal business partners to resolve customer issues and questions in a timely manner
  • Collaborate and communicate with Emery Jensen Distribution team members to share ideas and sales successes to help in achieving goals and objectives
  • Displays sound judgement in relation to expenses (travel and entertainment, cars, etc.)

What you need to succeed

  • Motivated self‐starter and results-oriented individual focused on solutions based on customers' needs.
  • 5‐ years of Business to Business sales experience preferred
  • Hardware sales experience a plus
  • Excellent listening and negotiating skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong strategic thinking abilities with an emphasis on developing a sales growth plan and the ability to ensure implementation
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and opportunities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Extensive travel required including overnight travel
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to sit in a car for a long duration, stand, climb a ladder and lift at least 50 pounds
  • Road warrior
  • BILINGUAL Strongly Preferred
  • Preferred residence in the Greater NYC Metro; Bronx, NY, Upper Manhattan, NY, Jersey City, NJ and Ridgefield, NJ.

Why should you join our team?

  • We live out our values- W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork).
  • Collaborative and inclusive working environment with Ace Hardware
  • Merchandise Discount
  • Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Flexible working arrangements (Non-Field positions can work from home up to 2 days per week)
  • Competitive 401k program
  • Generous vacation days (prorated based on when you start)- In January, you will receive 21 days for the first 5 years of your employment.
  • Company car, computer, credit card & cell phone provided.

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Compensation Details:

$80000 - $90000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 3 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 106.6% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 3 years, company contributions (matching & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 7.3% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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Emery Jensen Distribution delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen Distribution is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

E-Commerce

About This Role

The E-Commerce Department Merchandise Manager (DMM) is responsible for leadership and development of a merchant team for all aspects of Ace’s online assortment strategy, development and execution to market for respective categories to achieve wholesale and retail success as measured by sales, gross profit, margin rate and other key metrics. This responsibility spans both B2C and B2B customer types. The position also provides leadership as a collective peer team regarding organizational structure & personnel, strategy, goals, prioritizing work plans and execution.

What You’ll Do

  • Interpret Ace corporate strategies to align with departmental strategic direction as it relates to: online channel and the 4 p’s of Marketing-Execute product, pricing and placement strategy across acehardware.com while driving profitable sales through all aspects of digital assortment planning

  • Participate in overall leadership of merchandising team, assisting in setting annual goals, growth plans and execution via alignment with cross-functional areas of the company. Manage key vendor relationships and assigned growth projects.

  • Responsible for attracting and retaining best in class talent for the department. Facilitate/engage teams with leadership and business skills training, mentor future leaders and continually coach for excellence.

  • Achieve yearly financial plans through oversight of strategic marketing planning, while managing financial metric planning and grow overall team online sales and product gross profit income while maintaining margin rate.

  • Develop plans and lead improvements for customer path to purchase within the taxonomy, category pages, search results, vendor site links, SEM marketing channels, and SEO that will produce a better consumer experience as it relates to online and in-store

  • Collectively plan and collaborate with Digital Center of Excellence team, DMMs, CMMs, and Promotions team to bring various promotional offerings to life across all digital marketing platforms.

  • Communicate and collaborate with inventory and Merchandising team on acehardware.com specific promotions and their respective inventory requirements

  • Attend retailer group meetings and targeted retail store visits to build trust and rapport with field team and key stores to review alignment and opportunities in respective categories as it relates to online business.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have a passion for driving growth through traditional and innovative merchandising and marketing approaches and initiatives, as well as a commitment to building and developing a winning team. This is a leader who seeks opportunities to step-up and help propel one of the top growth engines of ACE Hardware, and is seen as a future member of the senior executive team.

Required Skills

  • 10+ years of Digital/E-Commerce experience

  • 5+ years managing product categories

  • Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills. A track record of leading and directing teams is critical.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills required

  • Excellent interpersonal skills required

  • Strong financial and business acumen

  • Demonstrate strong decision-making skills

  • Highly creative, flexible and adaptable with good follow-through

  • Proven ability to multi-task projects and meet deadlines

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point

  • Ability to travel 25%

Compensation Details:

$155400 - $200000 Per Year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

International Merchandising

About This Role

This International Imports Compliance Specialist will determine tariff classification and applicability of other government agency regulations of imported goods. Accuracy in this role is imperative as tariff numbers may carry duty rates that directly impact landed costs. The candidate for this role must be well experienced in classification and PGA compliance requirements. The person will also perform basic US import entry audits.

What You’ll Do

  • Ensure Ace Hardware’s Compliance to Trade Regulations

  • Determine tariff classification and PGA (FDA, Aphis, EPA, etc.) applicability.

  • Have working knowledge of industry systems such as CROSS, CBP’s ACE portal, etc., and navigating PGA websites.

  • Review Accuracy of Customs Entry Filing

  • Conduct customs entry audits for accuracy.

  • Work with Import Compliance Manager to address audit results and corrections.

  • Ensure Integrity of Import Data. Maintain tariff classification and duty rates in SAP/SKU repository.

  • Strategic Support - Works directly with vendors to obtain missing documentation or information required for customs clearance. Respond to inquiries from customs broker impacting imports.

  • Assist to help the team meet its performance objectives.

  • Work closely with International Import Compliance Manager to ensure all matters related to import compliance are communicated and addressed cross functionally through Ace Hardware.

Who You Are

The successful candidate for this role will possess a strong understanding of U.S. Customs regulations, tariff classification, country of origin determination, and compliance risk assessment. They will be an effective communicator, possess strong organizational skills, and competent in prioritizing work tasks.

Required Skills

  • Minimum 3 years of experience required (5 years preferred) working in an import compliance role or customs brokerage environment.

  • Strong organizational skills and effective problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to resolve duty discrepancies and address basic import operation challenges.

  • Strong knowledge of Trade Remedy and Customs Regulations.

  • Strong tariff classification skills required and experienced in classifying a broad range of commodities.

  • Strong understanding of how tariff stacking works and is reported on customs entries.

  • Experience with PGA applicability.

  • Experience with Anti-dumping/Countervailing Duty applicability.

  • Experience with GSP and USMCA.

  • PC skills including Outlook, Excel, and industry related websites (CROSS, FDA, APHIS, USHTS, etc.)

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of MX and CA border crossing a plus.

  • Licensed Customs Broker (LCB), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), or Customs Classifier Certification (CCLC), a plus.

  • Working knowledge with excel, SAP, CBP’s Ace portal, Microsoft Teams, a plus.

Compensation Details:

$64700 - $81000 Per Year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Fort Myers, Florida

Customer Care

Compensation Details:

$16.00 per hour

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Weekly Pay
  • Incentive opportunities (up to a maximum of $350 per month)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year)
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical yearly review.
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace Care Center holds events like Employee Appreciation Week, Customer Service week, birthday/holiday celebrations, and much more!
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation.
  • Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more.
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events.

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

Job Description:

Are you interested in being Ace helpful? We are looking for professional and career-minded individuals who want to bring their talent to Ace's Customer Care Center in Fort Myers, FL!

Our Next Training Class Starts on Monday, August 4th, 2025

We will be holding Onsite Interviews at the Customer Care Center on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025, from 9AM to 2PM EST . Please apply to be considered and invited!

Below are some of our benefits and perks!

  • Monthly bonus opportunities!
  • Blended workweek of home & work in office days- we LOVE teamwork!
  • Generous paid time off benefits- vacation and sick day benefits
  • Apply today to find out other reasons why Ace is such an "Ace-mazing" place to work!
  • Late morning shifts available
  • Opportunities to gain knowledge in various care center skillsets

The Job

As a Customer Care Agent, you will be responsible for answering calls, e-mails and other interactions based on specific training received from consumers, vendors, retailers and Ace corporate staff. Your goal is to identify the contact’s issue/question, research the potential solution/answer, determine the best solution/answer, and work with the contact to resolve their issue or answer their question. Anything not resolved or not answered at this level is escalated to a Customer Care escalation team or a subject matter expert partner.

What you’ll do

  • Receive questions/information requests and identifies the contact’s specific needs.
  • Research the contact’s issue/question in the knowledge database, interpret guidelines/procedures, and identify the best solution/answer.
  • Either answers the contact’s question/information request or work with the contact to resolve their issue. Documents the request and answer/resolution.
  • Escalates the issue to an escalation team or subject matter expert if issue cannot be resolved.
  • Other projects as assigned to support the various business areas.

What you need to succeed

  • Minimum of two years of customer service experience or a two-year degree in a related field plus one year of customer service experience.
  • Prior retail experience is a plus.
  • Ability to take initiate in researching and resolving a variety of customer questions and issues.
  • Excellent interpersonal, phone, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse customer base, troubleshooting, multi-tasking, managing a high call volume, and functioning fairly independently.
  • Ability to learn a variety of products, services, applications, operations, and company initiatives.
  • Resourceful and has the ability to interpret policies and procedures.
  • Takes initiative in researching and resolving customer issues/questions.
  • Comfortability making decisions and exercising good judgments in a changing environment.
  • Working knowledge of multiple business software packages (MS Office, MS Outlook, etc.).
  • Reliable internet connectivity for work at home
  • Flexibility to work a wide variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays is a must.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts:

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Retail Support

Our Company

Can-do attitude? Motivated? Helpful? You’ve come to the right place.

At Ace, we’re a place where you can make an impact. A place where your help is not only wanted, it’s encouraged and celebrated. A place focused on the future, looking for new and better ways to compete in today’s marketplace. A place with an iconic history, a promising future and a competitive spirit. We like to win.

Sound like a place where you’d like to be? But wait, there’s more!

Our people are the foundation of what makes Ace great. We’re looking for the best people to help us fulfill our vision of being the most helpful hardware store on the planet. Join a competitive, fast-paced and friendly work environment and gain a sense of ownership, building on Ace’s continued success, and your own.

The impact you can have

The Senior Project Manager - Engineering will support the deployment and maintenance of Labor Incentive Program across all distribution centers and will support process improvement efforts throughout the network. Successful execution of this role requires cross functional collaboration with corporate business partners and site leadership teams.

What you’ll do

Build trust and a robust partnership as a foundation to support the RSC Operational Leadership and team members at all levels.

Support and execute the Labor Incentive Program deployments and maintenance for all Distribution Sites.

Manage a team of engineers to the successfully implement, monitor and maintain Labor Standards across all Distribution sites.

Manage visibility and reporting; monitor and report KPI’s and RSC trends / performance as well as provide support and recommendations through data mining and analysis

Continually partner with operations to drive performance improvement through the oversight of the distribution standard work program, visual management, reporting and continuous improvement activities.

Maintain Labor Standard records and governance program using Standards Pro Software and routinely audit for accuracy.

What you need to succeed

Knowledge

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Industrial Engineering, logistics or relevant business field.

Experience

  • 3+ years’ experience with Manhattan WMOS and Labor Management with emphasis on leading Labor Management System deployments, Labor Standards Governance, and operational process improvement.
  • 3+ years’ experience strong analytical skills with an emphasis for data driven recommendations and decision making.
  • Experience with development and application of labor standards using time study work measurement and/or MOST application.
  • Successful experience leveraging Lean leadership, quality programs and collaborative performance improvements.

Competencies

  • Strong collaboration skills, ability to lead, influence, and communicate across field and corporate departments, at all levels.
  • Communicator who is credible and self-assured with the ability to communicate effectively
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to effectively communicate complex and technical requirements to non-technical personnel.
  • Ability to emphasize, lead, and support our “Safety First” culture throughout DC operations.

Compensation Details:

$117900 - $147100 annually

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Financial Planning & Analysis

Compensation Details:

$23.89 - $29.90 per hour

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Weekly Pay
  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • Paid Time Off Programs (incl. vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay)
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical yearly review
  • Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and more
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

Job Description:

About This Role

The primary focus of this role is to provide financial support for the Merchandising department. This will entail processing of financial transactions along with keeping accurate records.


What You’ll Do

  • Prepare and maintain accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, and daily financial entries and reconciliations
  • Process financial transactions including invoices, vendor payments, and customer credits, ensuring all are approved per company guidelines
  • Maintain records for vendor agreements
  • Calculate vendor balances due and contact vendors to collect payments
  • Request third-party data for financial audits
  • Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries
  • Provide on-the-spot guidance and training to business partners
  • Analyze current financial and administrative processes for inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

Required Skills

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Bookkeeping or accounting work experience, including in-depth understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
  • Excellent communication skills, including effective verbal and written proficiencies
  • Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office, specifically strong skills in Excel
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Experience connecting cross-functionally and developing effective internal and external working relationships.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Wholesale Operations (EJD)

The Job

As the Key Account Support Associate, you will be responsible for partnering with aligned Territory Managers/Key Account Managers to assist in the development and implementation of key account support requirements for Emery Jensen’s most strategic customers. Which includes program formation and implementation plan of key customer initiatives, establishment of processes designed to improve customer experience and be the primary support point of contact for key customer stakeholders. This position exists to proactively develop relationships with key partners, suppliers, and stakeholders to build processes that allow Emery Jensen to deliver on its commitment to being a company that is easy to do business with.

What you will do…

  • Project Management- Proactively identify and work through time sensitive urgencies while balancing day to day needs from KASRs. Drive service level and revenue generating improvements for assigned customers. What can be done to improve the customer experience?- more in depth or quicker reporting; additional flags in SAP, change in carrier, change in RSC process. Identify these needs and escalate to KAS.
  • Communication- Respond promptly to customers and internal partners. Organize and participate in customer meetings with Key Account Territory Mangers. Work cross-functionally with finance, sales, merchandising, Customer Care, and IT. Clearly explain incident resolutions, service updates, instructions, or scheduling changes to customers. This is accomplished by having an in depth knowledge of the programs, applications, systems and processes.
  • Problem Resolution Escalation - This role will have the highest touchpoint within the accounts from management to decision makers internally and externally. It is pertinent to this role to raise problems within the accounts this team supports.
  • Training and Leadership Internal- Train and mentor Key Account Support Representatives and Territory Managers/Key Account Territory Managers on established standards, processes, procedures, and projects. I.e. reports, portal, claims/credits processes, drop ship, fixtures, RGAs,
  • Training and Leadership External- Train and lead customers on established standards, processes, and procedures. I.e. portal, claims/credits processes, drop ship, invoicing, etc.
  • Report Analytics- Analyzing reports with their TMs to assist in proactive issue identification and areas for improvement. I.e.. Sku cancellations and replacement options, changes in order multiples, promotions, order history, etc.

What you need to succeed…

  • Minimum 4 years of account management, project management, executive support or high-end retail support required.
  • Outside sales experience a plus.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field (commensurate experience considered).
  • Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills with customers and colleagues from all impacted functional areas.
  • Customer centric attitude
  • Detail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter able to thrive is a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage simultaneously occurring tasks and shifting priorities
  • Expert user of SAP, Excel, Access and Power Point; Proficient with Word, Outlook and Live Meeting
  • Comfortability reporting into Oak Brook, IL at minimum 4 days a week.

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Compensation Details:

$54000 - $65000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 3 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 106.6% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 3 years, company contributions (matching & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 7.3% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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Emery Jensen Distribution delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen Distribution is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois | Cedar Rapids, Iowa | Davenport, Iowa | Iowa City, Iowa | Chicago, Illinois

Sales (EJD)

The Job

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in the Midwest region ( Northern IL and Eastern IA) ! We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hardlines and pro lumber industry. We are looking for a top performer to join our team. Do you have a proven track record of performance? Are you driven to succeed and ready to join a growing division of the largest hardlines distributor in the industry? Take the next step in your career and join our winning team!

Emery Jensen Distribution is a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation that sells and distributes hardline products to independent Pro Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments.

Our team is currently looking for a Territory Manager who will be responsible for growing profitable sales with current and new Emery Jensen customers in the Midwest region.

The Territory Manager is focused on growing sales through weekly warehouse orders, conventional sales opportunities, drop-ship programs, and other promotional programs. They will analyze each retailer/pro and develop specific sales strategies and solutions based on customer needs, while meeting Emery Jensen Distribution objectives. The Territory Manager manages the customer relationships and will be the liaison between the customer and Emery Jensen Distribution. As necessary, the Territory Manager may be required to attend industry related trade shows, such as, but not limited to, The National Hardware Show, The IGC Show and other industry related events.

What you’ll do…

  • Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a strategic sales plan that engages retailers/pros and will increase the Emery Jensen Distribution customer base within a defined geographic territory
  • Develop and foster strong business relationships with owners and key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen Distribution business. With that being said, it is of the expectation of all TM’s to visit core customers at a minimum every 30 days.
  • Organize and prioritize weekly customer sales routes and calls to meet Emery Jensen Distribution goals and objectives
  • Salesforce – it is of the expectation to input leads, new business opportunities, prospect and core store visits every Friday at noon.
  • Prospect Visits – it is of the expectation to obtain a minimum of 1-2 prospect visits per week per the 2024 WIG document.
  • Store Visits – it is of the expectation to complete an average of 8-10 store visits weekly.
  • Represent Emery Jensen Distribution both professionally and ethically in all day-to-day activities
  • Effectively communicate with the Emery Jensen Leadership Team with both successes as well as challenges to gain insight and support in achieving Emery Jensen Distribution goals and objectives
  • Effectively communicate with the internal Sales Support Team, the Care Center and other internal business partners to resolve customer issues and questions in a timely manner
  • Collaborate and communicate with Emery Jensen Distribution team members to share ideas and sales successes to help in achieving goals and objectives
  • Displays sound judgement in relation to expenses (travel and entertainment, car, etc.)

What you need to succeed

  • Motivated self‐starter and results-oriented individual focused on solutions based on customers' needs.
  • 5‐ years of B2B sales experience preferred
  • Hardware sales and pro lumber experience a plus
  • Excellent listening and negotiating skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong strategic thinking abilities with an emphasis on developing a sales growth plan and the ability to ensure implementation
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and opportunities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Extensive travel required including overnight travel
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred

Essential Functions of the Territory Manager role:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Certificates, licenses, registrations: Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record.
  • Travel: Road warrior (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car).
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Required to stand, walk, sit, climb a ladder, and talk or hear. The employee is often required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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Compensation Details:

$80000 - $103600

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 3 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 106.6% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 3 years, company contributions (matching & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 7.3% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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We want to hear from you!
Emery Jensen Distribution delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen Distribution is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Senior Auditor

REQ-26634

Oak Brook, Illinois

Audit

About This Role

The Senior Auditor role at Ace Hardware is crucial for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of our organization’s risk management, control, and governance processes. This position involves performing timely, quality financial and operational audits across all corporate departments, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, subsidiaries, and service lines of business. Reporting to the Audit Business Manager, this role is integral to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our operations.

What You’ll Do

  • Complete assigned audit engagements on time and within budget, following a standard audit methodology with minimal supervision.
  • Develop and deliver effective oral and written communications, including project milestone updates and audit reports, to all levels within the organization.
  • Utilize various in-house computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, SAP) to successfully complete audit engagements and develop knowledge of other audit and data analytical tools.
  • Maintain and apply a working knowledge of GAAP and key auditing standards to relevant projects.
  • Work independently in a deadline-focused, fast-paced environment, providing timely project status updates to the Manager.
  • Develop and enhance positive relationships with audit clients by understanding overall business risks and participating in non-audit related company activities.
  • Develop team-oriented project management and leadership skills, consistently suggesting improvements to the audit process.

Who You Are

You are passionate about risk management and have a keen eye for detail. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working independently while maintaining strong communication with your team.

Required Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • 5+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • Experience in documenting and evaluating operational and financial controls, particularly in distribution or manufacturing.
  • Proven experience in developing full, risk-based Audit Reports.
  • Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and basic technological applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
  • Ability to establish effective internal and external working relationships.
  • Ability to work independently in a deadline-focused, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

  • Additional certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA) and/or an advanced degree (e.g., MBA).
  • Experience with data analytics.

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Compensation Details:

$86700 - $108500 per year

Potential Opportunity for a 20% annual incentive!

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Information Technology

As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will be a member of the IT Security Engineering team reporting to the IT Security Engineering Manager. The Senior Cyber Security Analyst provides analysis, support and technology administration activities for the Ace Hardware Cyber Security infrastructure to protect the Ace Hardware corporate IT environment.

What you’ll do

Build, test, support and improve the IT security infrastructure by:

  • Reviewing security events for threats and risks
  • Identifying and remediating vulnerability risks within the IT infrastructure
  • Performing compliance analysis to maintain a secure architecture
  • Providing hands on support, update and implementation activities for infrastructure components as necessary
  • Interacting with business partners by providing IT security engineering, operational support, design services and incident/risk mitigation activities

What you need to succeed

This position requires functional level knowledge of cyber security concepts and network security engineering practices, procedures and infrastructure integration. The incumbent must be capable of effectively articulating IT risk and security solution concepts into statements that are clearly understood

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cyber Security or related Computer Science program
  • Other IT risk and security certifications are a plus

Experience Requirements

  • 2 to 4 years of prior work or comparable experience in IT security administration and solution delivery (research, design, build, deploy, operation and support) practices
  • Technical experience in security architecture and technologies typically implemented that protect networks from threats and vulnerabilities

Skills & Competency Requirements

  • 1 to 2 years of Microsoft Sentinel experience, including deployment, configuration and component management (Log Analytics workspace, Data Connectors, Analytics rules, Playbooks, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL) for creating custom queries and detection rules
  • Fundamental engineering technical skills with Microsoft Active Directory and authentication technologies
  • Familiarization with engineering and administration concepts relating to access management, Network firewall administration, vulnerability management and end point security technologies
  • Fundamental understanding of network infrastructure concepts, technologies, protocols, and solutions
  • Experience in implementing and supporting engineering projects from inception to implementation
  • Ability to identify, develop and document processes and procedures
  • Demonstrated personal skills to effectively work and communicate with business partners
  • Ability to respond to identified security incidents and risks and execute consistent improvements in processes to identify, detect and prevent threats to the environment
  • Experience in administering any of the following platforms would be considered a plus: CrowdStrike, Proofpoint, CyberArk, Check Point, Zscaler and Qualys

    #LI-CS1

Compensation Details:

$74700 - $93550 per year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Sr. Credit Analyst

REQ-28182

Oak Brook, Illinois

Credit

About This Role

The Senior Credit Analyst functions include Advanced Financial Statement Analysis for; the preparation of Member Applications, to facilitate Order Release, Underwrite Retailer Loans, and to manage the Collection effort for a multi-million-dollar portfolio of retail store accounts. This critical Finance role is responsible for identifying and mitigating risk for their portfolio and to protect the Cooperative from financial losses. You will receive the support and collaboration of an extensive team of Credit and Operations professionals to help you achieve your goals. You will enjoy a flexible work schedule in a beautiful, state-of-the-art, newly remodeled facility on our sprawling, wooded campus.

What You’ll Do

  • Analyze and decision new Member Applications within designated authority and territory
  • Underwrite Loan Applications within designated territory
  • Determine appropriate credit limits within designated authority and territory
  • Disposition blocked retailer orders timely and in line the retailer's risk profile
  • Establish payment plans to resolve retailer past due balances

Who You Are

You are a Finance or Accounting professional with exceptional attention to detail that excels in financial statement analysis and risk assessment. You have a strong work ethic with excellent communication skills and enjoy working cross functionally with colleagues and business owners across the country.

Required Skills

  • Ability to to quickly read, interpret and analyze financial statements including balance sheets, income and cash flow statements, and proforma data to produce a professional written analysis.
  • Manage a portfolio of accounts including setting credit limits, order release, and working with past due retailers to develop solutions and payment plans as needed.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic, well organized and able to perform with limited supervision in order to work effectively within various deadlines and time constraints.
  • Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient with SAP or equivalent ERP system, MS Office Suite, database queries and reporting.

Preferred Skills

  • A four year business degree (preferably in Finance, Economics or Accounting)
  • Familiarity with business and credit laws and prior experience working with legal contracts.

Compensation Details:

$74700 - $93600 per year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Merchandising Buying

Assistant Category Manager, Merchandising – Corporate Headquarters

About This Role

As an Assistant Category Manager (internally called Assistant Merchant or Assistant Buyer) you’ll play a key role in defining the strategic direction of our product categories, driving profitability, and ensuring alignment with market trends and consumer preferences. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive category strategies that are closely aligned with our business objectives.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct in-depth analysis of sales data, market trends, competitive landscape, and customer preferences to identify opportunities and risks
  • Utilize data-driven insights to prioritize investment opportunities, develop go-to market strategies, and optimize assortment, pricing, and promotional activities
  • Accountable for development and delivery of savings targets and measuring savings achievements
  • Oversee the product lifecycle including pre-season planning through execution and tracking management; in-season sales forecasting management; and the application of the obtained data for upcoming seasons
  • Develop, implement, and manage the performance of national category strategies and short and long-term category objectives aimed at driving the category to meet and/ or exceed business growth targets and objectives
  • Analyze and maintain category assortments including making recommendations for promotions, new item introductions, item replacements, item discontinuations, and pricing
  • Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with suppliers and lead negotiation efforts
  • Attend relevant industry trade shows and conferences to evaluate industry trends, as well as identify and source new items
  • Coordinate with product development team on new item opportunities and to assist in direct sourcing including partnering with our international team to create new products and oversee package designs
  • Perform category reviews based on a set review schedule


Now hiring Assistant Merchants in the following categories:

  • Bird & Pet
  • Hardware
  • Paint Sundries
  • Impulse & Candy

Required Skills

  • 3-5 years’ experience in consumer products related industries like retail, wholesale buying, category management
  • Bachelor’s Degree required, concentration in Retail Management, Merchandising, a plus
  • MS Office proficiency including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint required
  • Ability to work onsite at our Corporate Headquarters in Oak Brook, IL & Mock Center in Woodridge, IL
  • Ability to travel an estimated 15 days/annually
  • Strong verbal, written and presentation skills required with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Highly motivated, ability to prioritize and self-direct, strong business acumen and interpersonal skills
  • Must possess, or be able to rapidly develop, a strong knowledge of products within assigned category

    #LI-JW1

Compensation Details:

$74700 - $93600

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Retail Training

The Sr. Learning Architect is responsible for the daily operations of our learning management system, Ace Learning Place. This position is focused on our developing and implementing digital learning strategies that continue to elevate our red-vested heroes and provide them all the tools they need to deliver on Ace’s brand promise. The Sr. Learning Architect will design and implement digital learning strategies focused on continuous process improvement and enhanced user experience. This position serves as a functional expert on learning technology and digital learning trends for our 100,000 red-vested heroes to deliver on the Ace helpful brand promise each and every day.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead architect of new initiatives in Ace Learning Place focused on enhancing and optimizing the learner experience.
  • Supervise (2) LMS Administrators who support our retailers with Ace Learning Place via phone, email, and webinars .
  • Analyze data and recommend reporting to support strategic goals and objectives. Use external data sources such as Google Analytics and ADW to provide additional insight into retailer usage and engagement in Ace Learning Place.
  • Collaborate with Ace IT on Ace Learning Place projects and enhancements requiring internal Ace development. Provide LMS requirements and prepare LMS data for testing. Test and ensure deliverables pass User Acceptance Testing. Create LMS reporting needs per project specifications.
  • Implement system configuration and provide technical direction/support for new and existing data and application program interfaces to/from Ace Learning Place.
  • Define requirements for new functionality in partnership with a third-party developer. Test and ensure deliverables meet Ace specifications.
  • Review and help prioritize new system enhancements by our LMS software provider , Saba . Implement configuration of the software for new functionality in the Sandbox for testing and to support retailer pilots . Assess impact of enhancements to retailers and assist in creating training materials as needed. Determine how new functionality can best support Ace’s red-vested heroes in-store.
  • Execute a data maintenance plan to ensure the integrity of Ace Learning Place data.
  • Continually improve and enhance our retailer’s learning experience through a mobile strategy.

Knowledge, Experience, and Competencies:

Experience and Technical Requirements:

  • 7 + years of experience coordinating programs using a learning management system. Saba experience strongly preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in database management and reporting tools
  • LMS Mobile strategy experience preferred
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience leading others
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office 365 suite
  • Proven analytical skills
  • Proven organizational skills
  • Demonstrated project management experience managing multiple projects concurrently
  • Experience implementing new learning solutions based on the learning & development needs of the customer
  • Creative curiosity and the ability to continually challenge and improve processes;
  • Adult learning gamification a plus

#LI-CS1

Compensation Details:

$117900-$147000 per year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois | Oak Brook, Illinois

General Accounting

This role will be within Ace Hardware Home Services!

Ace Hardware Home Services is a collection of regional companies with experienced professionals dedicated to helping homeowners complete home maintenance tasks. Ace Hardware Home Services has a growing roster of services (including Unique Indoor Comfort), which now include handyman services, plumbing, cooling, heating, electrical and paint. Ace is now better positioned to serve more homeowners who are seeking to have many home maintenance projects completed for them in a quality manner performed by trained professionals from brands they can trust.

About This Role

The Regional Controller is responsible for managing and overseeing the finance function for assigned business locations. This individual will work with the local General Managers and VP Finance to drive regional accounting systems and the monthly close process, as well as responsibility for financial reporting and FP&A workstreams. The Regional Controller will facilitate the administration of departmental budgets and forecasts and provide financial analysis and insight to support key business decisions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
  • 5-7 or more years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, auditing, or consulting.
  • Proven leadership abilities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with business-operations and finance. leaders and other Company personnel of varying levels.
  • Ability to successfully lead projects, set priorities, meet deadlines and multi-task.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.
  • An in-depth understanding of the inter-relationships between operations and accounting.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge. Service Titan and Sage Intacct experience a plus.

Who we are

Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 60 countries. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., Ace and its subsidiaries operate an expansive network of distribution centers in the U.S. and have distribution capabilities in Ningbo, China, and Santa Catarina, Mexico.

Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks. For more information, visit www.acehardware.com.

Compensation Details:

$112 000 - $140000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Business Systems

As the DevOps Software Engineering Lead (Software Engineering Analyst II), you will play the role of Technical Lead for projects of moderate complexity. The SE Analyst II will also serve as a technical mentor for designers and developers.

What you’ll do

  • Provide technical leadership for projects
  • Continued development of Ace’s System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies
  • Provide technical and business mentoring by offering ideas to increase efficiencies and improve bottom-line results, and contributing to forming and executing IT strategy
  • Provide technical consulting to staff
  • Creation or review of SDLC artifacts
  • Analysis and design of complex systems
  • Standardization: Streamlining development and deployment workflows across teams, with clear and consistent communication.
  • Automation: Automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reduce errors, keeping the team informed of progress.
  • Seamless Deployment: Enabling teams to deploy applications smoothly and reliably, with clear communication about releases and changes.
  • Security: Integrating security checks and scans into the CI/CD pipeline, providing clear explanations of findings and remediation.
  • Clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, facilitating understanding and alignment.
  • Manage and maintain code repositories (GitHub) and artifact repositories (Artifactory), ensuring effective communication about code changes and releases.
  • Utilize SonarQube for static code analysis and quality checks, clearly reporting and discussing results with development teams.
  • Integrate security scanning tools like Qualys into the CI/CD pipeline, providing clear explanations of findings and remediation steps.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot deployment issues, providing timely updates and resolutions with clear explanations.
  • Collaboratively develop, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines for both on-premises and Azure environments using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions, ensuring clear and regular communication with all stakeholders.
  • Actively collaborate with cross-functional development, testing, and operations teams to understand their needs, provide support, and drive continuous improvement in our deployment processes.
  • Document DevOps processes, procedures, and configurations in a clear, concise, and easily understandable manner.
  • Develop training materials and train other IT teams on SDLC standards. Automate KPI reporting
  • Stay current with the latest DevOps trends and technologies, and effectively communicate recommendations for improvements to the existing infrastructure.

What you need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or computer science
  • 6-9 years’ experience demonstrating progressive levels in programming and systems analysis and design
  • Experience in Retail industry is desired
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems, ERP Systems, or eCommerce solutions is desired
  • Specific experience with Manhattan WMOS, SAP, or Kibo is a plus
  • Strong programming skills in at least 2 development languages, and knowledge in more than one technical and/or functional area
  • Proven ability to successfully deliver technical solutions to business problems and resolve complex multi-platform technical issues
  • Strong command of system development life cycle methodology development processes, practices and artifacts
  • Comprehension of all application components (business rules, data access, user interface) for multiple application models
  • Strong communication skills and ability to comprehend design specifications
  • Strong knowledge of relational database concepts and data access techniques
  • Ability to lead large projects and meetings and work with cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proven ability to facilitate productive discussions, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus among team members.
  • A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a willingness to share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and provide support.
  • Understanding of version control systems (Git) and artifact management tools (Artifactory).
  • Experience in developing for .NET (particularly C# and Javascript)
  • Exposure to code quality and security scanning tools (SonarQube, Qualys).
  • Scripting skills in languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
  • Experience with on-prem deployments (MS Windows) and cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with trunk-based development and feature flagging (e.g. Split.io)
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., ARM templates, Terraform).
  • Azure certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Administrator).
  • Knowledge of security best practices in DevOps.
  • Experience mentoring or training other team members.

Knowledge of Tools

  • Azure DevOps
  • GitHub Enterprise / GitHub Actions
  • SonarQube
  • Artifactory
  • Qualys
  • Azure Logic Apps

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Compensation Details:

$100900 - $126100

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Internal Auditor

REQ-27905

Oak Brook, Illinois

Audit

About This Role
The primary purpose of the Internal Auditor role is to assist Ace management to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our organization’s risk management, control, and governance processes. The primary focus of this role will be to perform timely, quality financial and operational audits for all corporate (domestic and international) departments, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, subsidiaries, and service lines of business.
What You’ll Do
  • Assist with completion of assigned audit engagements following a standard audit methodology under minimal supervision from Audit Management.
  • Demonstrate the ability to compose and confidently deliver effective oral and written communications (e.g., audit reports) aimed at all levels within the Ace organization.
  • Utilize various in-house computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, SAP, etc.) to successfully complete assigned audit engagements.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently in a deadline-focused, fast-paced environment, while providing timely project status updates to Manager.
  • Demonstrate the ability to develop and enhance positive relationships with our audit clients by gaining a better understanding of overall business risks, issues, and concerns (both across the company and within their particular line of business).

Who You Are As Ace Hardware Audit Services’ Internal Auditor, you are a people-person who continually demonstrates the ability to evaluate, identify, and suggest ways to minimize potential risk across the Company. You love to verify the existence, reliability, integrity, and sustainability of existing controls, analyze related data to ensure our assets are secure, and identify control gaps. In addition, you love to collaborate effectively with peers, business partners, and Audit Management by sharing valuable knowledge and continually building positive relationships.
Required Skills
  • Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • 2-4 years' experience in Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
  • Experience with basic technological applications (i.e., Microsoft Office).
  • Ability to establish effective internal & external working relationships.
  • Ability to work independently in a deadline-focused, fast-paced environment, while providing timely project status updates to Manager.

Preferred Skills
  • Previous experience in documenting and evaluating operational and financial controls with industry knowledge (e.g., distribution or manufacturing).
  • Proven experience developing full, risk-based Audit Reports (encompassing root cause analysis related to issue development).
  • Excellent project management skills.
  • Previous experience developing, documenting, and identifying controls within an ERP system (e.g., SAP).
  • Experience effectively utilizing data analytics.
  • Additional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, etc.) and/or advanced degree (e.g., MBA).

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Compensation Details:

$64700 - $81000 per year

Potential Annual Incentive Opportunity of 15%!

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Phoenix, Arizona | Los Angeles, California | San Diego, California | Oak Brook, Illinois

District Management

The Territory Representative – Southern CA & AZ will build a foundational knowledge of Ace programs, services, practices, and product to serve our retailers. They will work closely with various stakeholders within the organization to assist with the implementation of programs, services, or related auxiliary functions to maximize both retail and wholesale sales at Ace. Be prepared to take on a new or an advanced role with Ace or one of its subsidiaries and a commitment to relocate.

What you’ll do

  • Participate in various training activities in order to learn and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to implement various assignments related to sales, profit and growth with our retailers

  • Learn to execute and follow through on various tasks related to the implementation of key performance drivers, growth plans, B2B, Supply place and other sales initiatives incorporating the appropriate KPIs to assist retailers to grow and achieve their goals while maximizing their market potential.

  • Master the components of the Ace Way of Retailing in order to assist with the training of existing owners to improve their results on various retail metrics.

  • Establish relationships to gain acceptance and build credibility to assist retailers increase purchase loyalty with Ace Hardware.

  • Submitting and monitoring of call reports, sales information, weekly call plans, Concur expense, GE mileage reports and overall usage of Salesforce.

  • Develop and execute sales call cycle / plans with assigned retailers. Increase retail and wholesale sales on a store basis, monthly after 90 days in position.

  • Become proficient in the utilization of Ace Retail Technology applications such as ACENET, ADW, Epicor and inventory management reports to assist Ace store owners and managers with recommendations to improve results.

What you need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree OR 3+ years of comparable work experience (in retail management, sales or marketing)

  • Understanding of basic retail operations and business fundamentals.

  • Ability to influence Retailers and gain acceptance to drive the execution of programs and or services in a consultative role.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong PC skills to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Technology adaptive to embrace and become skilled at Ace’s Retail Technology platform.

  • Self-Confident, self-motivated with good presentation skills

  • Ability to work independently with some supervision.

  • Ability to work flexible hours and regularly travel overnight .

Compensation Details:

$65000 - $75000 Per Year

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Oak Brook, Illinois

Wholesale Operations (EJD)

Emery Jensen Distribution is a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation that sells and distributes hard-line products to independent Pro/Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments.

Our Pricing & Analytics Team is currently looking for a Pricing Specialist who will be responsible for maintaining wholesale pricing in SAP. They will also be responsible for maintaining, analyzing, recommending retail pricing, creating / preparing customer image and SKU level reporting, and performing ad hoc pricing analysis and project support.

What You’ll Do…

  • Maintain, execute, analyze and report wholesale pricing in SAP by channel.
  • Maintain, execute, analyze and report customer specific contract pricing and assessorial charges. If anomalies or information is incorrect, provide a solution and work with Pricing & Analytics Manager on necessary changes and protocol.
  • Load and maintain custom retail pricing by customer.
  • Manage and report recommended retail pricing zones for Emery Jensen Distribution.
  • Review, research and resolve order pricing issues in SAP.
  • Subject Matter Expert related to pricing system functionality
  • Work cross-functionally with the Merchandising, Sales, IT, Finance and Customer Experience teams to ensure pricing enables assigned profit metrics.
  • Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis as directed from Manager and/or Director.

What we are looking for in a candidate …

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or an analytical field such as Math or Data Science
  • 1-3 years of pricing experience or analytical functions preferred
  • Expert user of Excel
  • Working knowledge of SAP is preferred.
  • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to provide business solutions.
  • Detail-oriented and organized self-starter with proven ability to solve problems and meet deadlines.
  • A desire to grow within the team and company
  • Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a broad internal team ranging from merchandising to sales to finance to senior leadership
  • This position is based out of Oak Brook, IL.

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Compensation Details:

$63000 - $73000

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. 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, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

  • Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 3 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 106.6% of your target opportunity!)
  • Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 3 years, company contributions (matching & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 7.3% of total eligible compensation.
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
  • 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
  • Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
  • Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
  • We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
  • We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, 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
  • Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
  • Adoption cost reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
  • Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.

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Emery Jensen Distribution delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen Distribution is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of 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 action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

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