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About This Role

The Manager – Digital UX/UI will define and shape the digital customer experience for Acehardware.com, Ace Hardware Consumer Mobile App, Ace Home Services and other consumer facing digital-based experiences. This individual will be responsible for managing a team of UX/UI designers responsible for these areas.

What You’ll Do

• Own the user experience for Ace Hardware’s digital properties; acehardware.com, consumer mobile app, and home services:

• Identify new features and enhancements needed to continually improve customer experience, based on quantitative and qualitative data.

• Assess and ensure the usability of new and existing features and advocate for change where & when needed.

• Work with Product Owners & Stakeholders to prioritize enhancements, build & manage the backlog, build roadmap strategic plans, determine size of UX effort estimates, and manage team resourcing needs

• Act as strategic thought leader for the UX/UI design & greater ecommerce team, by providing design feedback during review sessions, sharing best practices, providing direction to solve design problems, and ensuring the entire team is creating the best user experiences for Ace’s digital properties, while also helping with vision casting how the digital experience may evolve over longer time frames, based on consumer & market trends

• Ability to lead and navigate the UX Design Team through multiple projects at any given time, varying in size and complexity, without significant oversite from the Product/UX Director.

  • Manage, prioritizes, and determines UX/UI activities for assigned projects.

  • Resolve problems and roadblocks as they occur.

  • Work within Agile/Sprint & Waterfall/Project based frameworks

  • Resource plan and budget team’s bandwidth within project timelines & expectations

• Create innovative and friction free user experiences for Ace Hardware’s digital offerings;:

  • Capture and translates business requirements and user needs into innovative user experiences.

  • Lead working sessions with UX/UI team, product owners, business stakeholders, data analysts and development teams to gather insights and form UX solutions.

  • Document the user experience solution in the form of presentations, user flows, wireframe specifications, visual comps, prototypes, and other necessary documentation to communicate the recommended user experience to stakeholders and development teams.

  • Apply best practices, from 3rd party orgs (such as Baymard) to design solutioning.

  • Lead review sessions of in-progress work within the UX team but also with stakeholders and leadership to share design direction and gather feedback

• Lead UX research initiatives

  • Conduct, analyze, and document competitive analyses and heuristic evaluations; to share ecommerce landscape, understand best practices across other ecommerce sites and inform design directions.

  • Identify research needs for project work, including qualitative and quantitative research; as well as, A/B tests, outlining with hypothesis and desired outcomes.

  • Guide UX team through when/how to leverage Live User testing to inform new designs or updates to existing features.

  • Work with data analysts and product owners to interpret review and analyze KPIs and behavioral on-site data to uncover areas of opportunity.

  • Leverage & review Voice of Customer to inform future decisions (on-site feedback, app store reviews, etc.)

• Establish and apply the visual design language for Ace’s Web/App Design System

  • Collaborate with the Creative Services team (the team responsible for the brand standards) to determine the visual design direction for the digital ecommerce platforms, ensuring the visual design aligns to and elevates the Ace Hardware brand.

  • Create and maintain the designs for the common components (i.e. buttons, links, input fields, alert messages, modals, etc.)

  • Own and maintain the UI Tool Kit in Figma, used by all UX/UI designers to document the designs for the app and web experiences.

• Work with the app and web development teams, to implement the Design System, Partner with UX/Product Director to drive forward the mobile app experience.

  • Leverage best practices in mobile app design and a deep understanding of native mobile device capabilities to best create useful and sticky experiences that keep the Ace customer engaged and wanting to use the App.

  • Stay on top of new consumer technology trends around AR/VR/Glasses/Mobile/AI/Etc. to help ensure Ace’s digital experience remains relevant with the evolving consumer.

Who You Are

You are a team player with great humility, yet a strong drive to win. This is the Ace culture. You have a passion for digital design and are truly obsessed with doing what is best for the customer. You are actively curious in learning and staying on top of new technologies shaping our industry including AI, AR/VR, Mobile, Personalization, Etc.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience in UX/UI design, visual or graphic design, digital product design, information architecture, interaction design, and other related UX/UI disciplines.

• 4+ years of experience leading and/or mentoring other UX/UI designers.

• Proven experience creating UX/UI designs for both web and mobile applications on iOS and Android operating systems.

• Deep knowledge on web and app user experience best practices and can clearly communicate and apply those practices to project work.

• Understands the ecommerce competitive landscape to inform UX design solutions.

• Experience creating user experiences for e-commerce businesses (ideally retail businesses).

• Experience with all stages of the digital product development lifecycle in both waterfall and agile environments.

• Experience creating wireframes, visual design comps and prototypes in Figma

• Experience conducting research & live user testing through platforms like User Testing or PlaybookUX.

• Proven ability to diplomatically advocate for the user, communicate informed design rational and value.

• Effective cross-function collaboration skills with designers, business partners, developers, and other stakeholders.

• Experience presenting design concepts, finalized designs, and insights to an executive leadership team

• Outstanding communication, organization, time management and interpersonal skills.

MUST have a strong portfolio demonstrating past work experience and deliverables (e.g. visual designs, graphic designs, wireframes, user flows, site maps, research, etc.).

*This position will be on site at our Oakbrook IL corporate headquarters*

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Compensation Details:

$170000 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.

About This Role

The Director of E-Commerece (internally know as 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%

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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.

Compensation Details:

$22.00 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.

Job Description:

Your Responsibilities

As Buyer/Merchandising Intern you will own several key projects in the Merchandising department, allowing interns to experience work as an Associate Merchant.

Focus points will be as follows:

• Expand category management skillsets by developing a strong financial acumen: manage your P&L and learn how to drive your portfolio forward to achieve business results. Explore ways to grow categories through forecasting, pricing, promotions and shelving strategies to meet consumer demands. Develop and track key performance indicators to understand success.
• Immersion in competitive performance analysis, marketing strategy and forecasting
• Synthesize insights and data from a wide variety of sources to develop clear and actionable recommendations that will further category management strategies and support business planning processes
• Work closely with cross-functional team members to build and drive overall strategy and ensure executional excellence.
• Identify and validate business risks and opportunities and drive action
• Present plan recommendations to senior leadership
  

Qualifications

• Candidates must be pursuing an MBA or undergrad degree from an accredited program in Business (or related field) with graduation year in 2026. Concentration in Business, Retail Management, Merchandising, a plus.
• Coursework in any of the following areas: marketing, consumer behavior, visual merchandising, e-retailing, retail supply chain management, business, finance, economics, entrepreneurship, negotiation, sourcing and customer relations is ideal.
• Previous internship or work experience is paramount.
• Interest in the retail/wholesale industry with the desire to start a career with Ace Hardware after graduation (strongly preferred)
• Ability to work in the greater Chicago area for the duration of the internship (Relocation assistance is not available). This is an in office position 5 days a week.
• Proven leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Marketing Operations, Insights, Finance, Legal)
• Ability to work closely with buying teams to contribute to product selection, procurement, and vendor relationships
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative to identify areas of opportunity and take action
• Ability to identify and evaluate tactical methods to achieve objectives, identify deviations from the plan, and facilitate resolution

Why Ace?

Ace Hardware (headquartered in Oak Brook, IL) is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated stores in approximately 60 countries. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks.

Ace Hardware was ranked No. 5 globally in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list in 2024. It was also No. 1 in its category (“Miscellaneous Retail Business”) for the third year running. Ace Hardware and its subsidiary Ace Handyman Services were named among 2024’s Best of the Best franchises by Entrepreneur magazine. In 2024, Ace was ranked #1 in the home improvement category on Forbes’ Best Customer Service list. Unmatched customer service is a cornerstone of the Ace Hardware brand. We are a 100-year-old retailer that supports its owners with programs that leverage their local expertise, giving them a distinct advantage over their big box competitors and has resulted in Ace retailers being named by JD Powers #1 in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retailers, 16 out of 18 years. The Helpful Spirit transcends the enterprise with Ace Hardware Corporation consistently ranking amongst the top workplaces in Chicagoland.

Location Description
Ace Hardware corporate headquarters is about 20 miles west of Chicago and you’ll get the very best of city and suburban life – prestigious shopping, dining, recreation, performing arts and historical neighborhoods. Our brand new corporate facility opened in September 2023 and has state of the amenities such as a work-out facility, underground parking and upscale cafeteria. We work in the office the majority of the week and enjoy everything our new facility has to offer together as a team.

2026 Summer Internship Program Overview

The Ace Internship program allows you to apply skills and knowledge you're learning in College today, while contributing in a hands-on environment to fit your career objectives, complement your academic work and enhance your learning. Here’s what you will take away from your experience:

• Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines within our buying department. You will be a part of creating national programs for all of our 5000+ stores.
• Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation
• Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team
• Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities
• Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation
• Teambuilding activities
• Hourly competitive compensation
• 12-week full time program

Your internship experience at Ace will give you the knowledge and skills future employers will look for! Want to hear more? Please review our Glassdoor comments from former interns!

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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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloudera Hadoop Administrator (DBA) with hands-on experience managing and administering Databricks environments. This role requires deep expertise in maintaining enterprise-grade Hadoop clusters (Cloudera distribution), including performing backup and restore operations and supporting development, test, and production systems.

Key Responsibilities

Cloudera Hadoop Administration

• Manage and support Cloudera Hadoop clusters and services (HDFS, YARN, Hive, Impala, Spark, Oozie, etc.).
• Perform cluster upgrades, patching, performance tuning, capacity planning, and health monitoring.
• Secure the Hadoop platform using Kerberos, Ranger, or Sentry.
• Develop and maintain automation and monitoring scripts.
• Ingest data using tools such as Sqoop, NiFi, DEI Informatica, Qlik.
• Support release and deployment activities, including deployment of new across Dev/Test and Production environments
• Integration of CI/CD pipelines (Git, or custom tooling) for automated code deployment
• Ensuring minimal downtime, rollback capability, and alignment with change management policies
• Maintain detailed release documentation, track changes in version control systems, and collaborate with development and operations teams to streamline deployment workflows.

Databricks Administration

• Administer and maintain Databricks workspaces in cloud environments (Azure, or GCP).
• Configure clusters, manage libraries, job scheduling, and workspace settings.
• Enforce role-based access control (RBAC), integrate with SSO, and manage workspace security.
• Monitor and optimize performance and cost across the Databricks platform.
• Collaborate with teams to support data pipelines, ML workflows, and analytics use cases.
• Integrate Databricks with cloud storage solutions (S3, ADLS) and Delta Lake.
• Troubleshoot issues related to jobs, performance, or user access.
• Maintain platform documentation and conduct user training.
• Stay current with Databricks updates, new features, and best practices.
• Support hybrid workflows between Hadoop and Databricks environments.

Required Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of hands-on experience administering Cloudera Hadoop clusters.
• 2–3+ years of Databricks experience in production environments.
• 2+ years of Databricks administration experience on Azure (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Spark and Delta Lake architecture.
• Experience with IAM, Active Directory, and SSO integration.
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD for data platforms.
• Deep understanding of Hadoop ecosystem: Hive, Impala, Spark, HDFS, YARN.
• Experience integrating data from DB2 to Hadoop/Databricks using tools like Sqoop or custom connectors.
• Scripting skills in Shell and/or Python for automation and system administration.
• Solid foundation in Linux/Unix system administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud technologies (Azure or GCP preferred).
• Exposure to modern data lake and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Cloudera and/or Databricks certifications.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and automation tools (e.g., Terraform).
• Experience supporting Oracle database administration (e.g., backups, user management, SQL tuning).
• General DBA experience with other RDBMS (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.

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.

Compensation Details:

$22.00 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.

Job Description:

EJD Merchandising Internship- Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid/12 Weeks

About This Role

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

As the EJD Merchandising Intern you will be responsible for the following:

• Build and design retailer and consumer facing marketing and sales material to support key brands and vendors
• Cross functional collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Inventory, Pricing, and Ace Merchandising for successful program launch and implementation
• Support Merchandise Program Managers with item selection, program execution, and promotional strategy
• Coordinate retailer communication for the department
• Assist with prep for semi-annual Edge tradeshow

The ideal intern will possess the following:

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in the following area(s): Business, Marketing, Retail Merchandising, Management, and/or any related majors

• Entering senior year of college or graduating seniors

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite

• Adaptability and ability to learn quickly in high-pressure environments
• Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed
• Retail experience a plus
• Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation and Emery Jensen Distribution
• Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday for 12 weeks in the summer
• Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors

Why Ace?

Ace Hardware (headquartered in Oak Brook, IL) is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated stores in approximately 60 countries. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks.

Ace has retained its #5 position in the annual Franchise Times Top 400 List in 2023. Unmatched customer service is a cornerstone of the Ace Hardware brand. We are a 100-year-old retailer that supports its owners with programs that leverage their local expertise, giving them a distinct advantage over their big box competitors and has resulted in Ace retailers being named by JD Powers #1 in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retailers, 16 out of 18 years. The Helpful Spirit transcends the enterprise with Ace Hardware Corporation consistently ranking amongst the top workplaces in Chicagoland.

Location Description
Ace Hardware corporate headquarters is about 20 miles west of Chicago and you’ll get the very best of city and suburban life – prestigious shopping, dining, recreation, performing arts and historical neighborhoods. Our brand new corporate facility opened in September 2023 and has state of the art amenities such as a work-out facility, underground parking and upscale cafeteria. We work in the office the majority of the week and enjoy everything our new facility has to offer together as a team.

2026 Summer Internship Program Overview

The Ace Internship program allows you to apply skills and knowledge you're learning in college today, while contributing in a hands-on environment to fit your career objectives, complement your academic work and enhance your learning. Here’s what you will take away from your experience:

• Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.
• Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation
• Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team
• Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities
• Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation
• Teambuilding activities
• Hourly competitive compensation
• 12-week full time program

Your internship experience at Ace will give you the knowledge and skills future employers will look for! Want to hear more? Please review our Glassdoor comments from former interns!

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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.

About This Role

The Vendor Relationship and Engagement Specialist plays a pivotal role in strengthening vendor partnerships and ensuring seamless communication across the organization. This role is responsible for developing and executing a strategic communication plan that keeps vendors informed about deadlines, process changes, system updates, and urgent needs. By defining performance metrics and analyzing survey feedback, the specialist drives continuous improvement in vendor engagement.

A key responsibility includes working with vendors and internal partners to identify and implement operational efficiencies that can improve quality and vendor performance.

Additionally, this role manages the Ace Vendor Portal content, coordinating with cross-functional owners to maintain and annually review materials. The specialist serves as a responsive liaison for vendor needs, ensuring escalations and inquiries are resolved within 24 hours while proactively identifying opportunities for support as business needs evolve.

What You’ll Do

• Communication: Develop, maintain, and execute a communication plan to help educate the vendors on: deadlines, process improvements, system enhancements/outages, or urgent needs. Define key performance indicators for the vendor communication channels while analyzing survey results to drive improvements

• Convention Support: Lead efforts related the semi-annual conventions to drive vendor engagement relative to show invitations, deal submissions, and othjer convention related vendor activivites.

• Create Executive Reports - Report vendor call volume analyzing reports for trends. Work with business partners to addressed issues found

• Manage and maintain the Ace Vendor Portal content by collaborating with all the cross functional business owners. Develop and execute a plan to review content yearly

• Cross Functional Support: Collaborate with business partners to determine additional vendor needs as business needs arise, while ensuring vendor calls and escalations are handled in 24 hour period

Who You Are

You’re passionate about building strong vendor relationships and thrive on using communication strategies to drive engagement and performance. You enjoy collaborating across teams, solving operational challenges, and leveraging data insights to improve processes and elevate the vendor experience.

Required Skills

• College degree in education, business or related field

• Must have excellent project management, communication written and verbal, and attention to detail and follow-up

• Participatory and distributed leadership style that builds strength, collective wisdom and servant-first principles when working across all stakeholder groups

• Strong analytical skills that demonstrate an ability to apply logical thinking to gather and analyze data and information as well as make sound recommendations for problem prevention and resolution

• Ability to analyze/monitor multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent PC skills including skilled knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook as well as various MS Operating Systems.

• Knowledgeable in SmartSheet, My Emma, SalesForce, Survey Monkey, and DocuSign programs

• Fiscal management skills (able to work within budget constraints)

• Up to 10% travel may be necessary

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to effectively engage vendors and cross-functional teams.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret survey data and call volume trends to drive process improvements.

Compensation Details:

$86700 - $108500 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.

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in Eastern Washington, based out of Spokane!

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 Eastern Washington. We are seeking a motivated Territory Manager with a desire to grow into a leadership position and guide a team to success.

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 by utilizing Salesforce and PowerBi.
• 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
• Eager to take the next step into people leadership; not just ready, but hungry for growth
• 5 years of Business to Business sales experience preferred
• Hardware sales experience a plus
• Excellent listening and negotiating skills
• Excellent Time Management 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 (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car)
• Must reside in Eastern Washington, preference around Spokane, WA.

#LI-FP1

Compensation Details:

$75000 - $85000

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.

The Sr Merchant - E-Commerce is responsible developing and managing Acehardware.com’s merchandise assortment plan, including RSC based skus and those from non-RSC sources including Acenet direct vendors, Emery Jensen skus, and ecommerce hub partners. The Sr. E-Commerce Merchant is responsible for the negotiating promotional offerings for this mix, including any vendor provided item cost concessions, retailer credits, and/or vendor promotional payments. The Sr. E-Commerce merchant is also a key stakeholder in driving go-forward UX strategy in partnership with IT, UX, Ops and Content teams. Not only is the merchant team a stakeholder in driving improved CVR through non-merchandising UX, but has direct responsibility for improving findability through search/browse, creating compelling and intuitive promotions, scrutinizing and elevating product content/seo, with an overarching focus on reducing friction throughout the entire shopping experience, agnostic of platform (desktop, mobile, App) or fulfilment channel (ship, delivery, pick-up).

Main Responsibilities:

Strategy and Planning

• Develop and Execute strategies for the online channel around the 4 p’s of Marketing-Execute product, pricing and placement strategy across the entire acehardware.com platform while driving profitable sales through all aspects of Internet assortment planning (ie core basic/omni channel skus ) internet only skus, vendor direct skus, and clearance skus, that materially advance/shape the Ace brand and online business

• Act as a thought leader, mentor, coach within the online team

• Relentlessly maintain a critical eye for all thing’s user experience, with goal of removing as much friction across the purchase funnel as possible

• Improve Site Findability; through Search & Browse optimization activities

• Review KPI & web behavior metrics to generate data driven insights & actions

• Manage product recommendation, basket builder, and trade-up strategies

• Drive future online only assortment expansion strategies via drop ship

• Analyze the ecommerce market to develop understandings of market trends and competitors’ strengths, weaknesses and strategies.

Develop and Manage Online Merchandising Assortment

• Identify sku mix and product assortment offerings from within retail support center based sku mix.

• Negotiate additional product and brand assortments from non-RSC programs—including Acenet direct vendors, Emery Jensen sku mix, and ecommerce hub offerings.

• Grow category sales while respecting current retail store assortment mixes, pricing model, and retail profitability

• Work cross functionally with the Ace Internal Merchandising team to collaborate within existing vendor relationships while supporting and respecting current contracts and program parameters

Promotional Planning

• Plan and negotiate all item level online promotional activity.

• Negotiate all online item level pricing concessions including item cost concessions, vendor subsidies and credits, and vendor advertising placement revenue.

• Collaborate with existing promotional team to support integrated omni channel promotions.

• Collaborate with ecommerce marketing and analytics team to determine timing and consumer discount structure for site wide promotional offerings.

• Collaborate with creative and design team to bring various promotional offerings to life within the acehardware.com platform as well as email support initiatives.

Content Assets

• Work directly with vendors to harvest effective consumer content for product offerings in order to maximize consumer experience and sales potential.

• Collaborate with existing content team to review product content and images for the online experience.

Retailer Communication

• Create and publish retailer centric monthly acehardware.com alerts to provide awareness of promotional direction of acehardware.com channel for retailers.

• Create, maintain and publish monthly promotional summary sheet on Acenet in order to provide retailers continual and updated access to special retails, costs and credits.

• Collaborate with Promotional team to provide monthly acehardware.com content within the regularly published monthly Win the Month Planner.

• Coordinate with Ace Care Center for calls and e-mails related to respective category questions and inquiries

Inventory/Supply Chain Support

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

• Collaborate with Closeout team to determine promotional opportunities

• Review key item inventory levels on a daily basis and manage online offering in order to maximize in-stock position and sales.

Financial Management & Site Analytics

• Negotiate profitable online only offerings by managing gross profit through increased use of vendor subsidies, vendor credits, and retail price management.

• Negotiate vendor placement funds for online promotional placements.

• Forecast sales based on trends and any known future variables.

• Develop financial business cases needed for UX/IT project prioritization.

• Dissect user behavior, feedback, and category/item/brand performance using web analytics tools (i.e. Google Analytics, Foresee, etc.) as well as other internal KPI/sales reports to develop actionable insights.

Talent Management

• Effectively manage, develop, and coach 1 or more online merchants

• Prioritize and guide team workloads

• Identify areas in need of process change to improve efficiency/effectiveness

Experience and Technical Requirements

• 5+ years of ecommerce, marketing, merchandising, and/or product management experience

• Prior experience managing direct reports a plus

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing a plus

• Documented experience managing the marketing mix model (primarily: Product selection, retail pricing, and online placement)

• Demonstrated ability to analyze/interpret data, proactively make recommendations and successfully implement plans

• Demonstrate strong decision-making skills

• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills required

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

• Proven ability to multi-task projects and meet deadlines

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong problem-solving skills required

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Google 360

Compensation Details:

$101000 - $126000 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.

Compensation Details:

$20-$25 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

This is the entry level position within this series and at this level you are expected to perform repairs, installations, and improvements in a variety of trades under the direction of a lead technician or maintenance supervisor.

What You’ll Do

• On a daily basis, receives assigned work order to complete on equipment.

• Upon completion of work, enters appropriate information into CMMS system for completion and tracking.

• Performs minor electrical work not requiring a licensed electrician such as replacing light bulbs, ballasts, and fuses.

• Performs minor carpentry and repair work.

• Maintain equipment and tools by cleaning, lubricating, greasing, and/or oiling to ensure optimum working order.

• Assist with all types of equipment movement, cubicle, and office furniture repairs.

• Applies paint, varnish, and stain to all types of surfaces to protect and beautify surfaces using appropriate tools and equipment.

• Replacing belts on motors, changing filters, bearings, etc.

• Assists in servicing and replacing minor plumbing fixtures and drain rodding.

• May discuss equipment operation variations with managers or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem and repair the equipment.

• Provide coverage for shipping and receiving activities in Woodridge warehouse location.

Required Skills

• Mechanical ability & able to use power & hand tools

• Skilled in drywall installation & finishing

• Skilled in all types of painting

• Electrical troubleshooting

• Plumbing

• Familiar in use of automated maintenance programs ( CMMS )

• Carpentry skills

• Ability to lift 75lbs and push/pull 150lbs.

• Ability to walk & stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, work on elevated platforms, climb up & down ladders, work at elevated heights.

Pay: $20-$25 per hour

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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.

Job Description

The Job

As a Merchandising Representative, you will play an integral role in assisting the achievement of team goals while building a foundational knowledge of Ace merchandising values, programs, and best practices that prepares them for advancement with Ace in 12 – 24 months. The Merch Rep works closely with various internal and external stakeholders to support team responsibilities in order to maximize both sales and profits within Ace and retailers.

The Merchandising Representative will assist with various integral tasks within the department, including but not limited to:

• Vendor and item selection
• Negotiation
• Promotional planning
• Implementation of programs and initiatives

What you’ll do:

• Participate in a comprehensive training program to learn and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to implement critical assignments within the merchandising area.
• Learn to execute and follow through on all tasks related to the implementation of key merchandising functions. Apply knowledge by assisting with key tasks such as item starts/maintenance, price maintenance, event planner, category reviews, promotional planning, show prep and other initiatives to assist merchants in growing retail sales within their respective categories.
• Study retail marketplace and assist category management partner in building and maintaining category plan-o-grams. Utilize territory rep counterparts to enhance knowledge of regional and local product needs and develop sales skills to implement category at retail, driving measurable results.
• Develop understanding of the function of inventory control and participate in impact merchant can affect on in effort to deliver product fill levels and Ace warehouse (RSC) inventory turnover to goal.
• Develop a working relationship with key cross-functional areas to gain acceptance, build credibility, and grow understanding and resource in other departments, the vendor community and Ace retailers.
• Become proficient in and apply the use of Ace technology applications such as ACENET intranet site, Ace Data Warehouse, SAP and Product Content Management system.
• Assist merchant and department merchandise manager with special projects and other administrative functions.

What you will need:

Experience and Technical Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (business marketing or management a plus) or 2-4 years of related work experience (retail, sales or marketing). Understanding of business fundamentals.
• This position in onsite 5 days a week at our corporate offices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong PC skills to include Excel, Word and Outlook. Technology adaptive to embrace and become skilled at Ace’s technology platform.
• Self-confident, self-motivated with good presentation skills.
• Ability to work across teams and independently with some supervision.
• Ability to travel 10%

Compensation Details:

$56400 - $70500

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.

The Job

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in or around Little Rock, AR!

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 or around Little Rock, AR. We are seeking a motivated Territory Manager with a desire to grow into a leadership position and guide a team to success.

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 by utilizing Salesforce and PowerBi.
• 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
• Eager to take the next step into people leadership; not just ready, but hungry for growth
• 5 years of Business to Business sales experience preferred
• Hardware sales experience a plus
• Excellent listening and negotiating skills
• Excellent Time Management 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 (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car)
• Preferred residence near Little Rock, AR.

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.

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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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.

Compensation Details:

$22.00 per hour

Job Description:

Ace Hardware Home Services Marketing Intern – Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid/12 Weeks

About this Role:
Your primary focus as a Home Services Marketing Intern will be in the following areas:

Brand Building

Ace Hardware Home Services is Bringing Helpful to Your Home through a variety of services offerings like Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, Electrical, Handyman and Painting. This new brand is emerging into markets and currently building brand equity across several locations. Ace Hardware Home Services, with the power of the Ace brand, strives to be the best, most trusted provider of home preservation services. We differentiate in the market with exceptional service, a commitment to our local communities, an investment in our teams and by being locally operated. The marketing intern will drive best practices, brand consistency, speed to market and customization that makes each individual branch stronger in their local market.

• Work with marketing team, creative & agency team to assist with local & digital marketing planning and execution
• Develop hyper local media assets (billboard, sponsorships, radio, TV, direct mail, local social posts)

• Work with branch locations to drive brand awareness through local events including partnering with Ace Retailers on local events in shared markets

• Support digital growth via content development, social media initiatives, paid search, email, SEO, retargeting, Etc.
• Work with creative to create store signage and home services awareness materials
• Support initiatives for membership, loyalty programs and pilot programs
• Website strategies and continuous improvement
• Enhance services best practices guides and playbooks
  

Special Projects

• Support department and cross functional projects as assigned by Manager
  

The ideal intern will possess the following:

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in the following area(s): Marketing and/or Business Administration
• Entering Senior year of college (Graduating Dec ’25 or May ’26)
• Solid understanding of key financials and operations of a small business
• Retail/customer service experience (Sales, visual merchandising, retail pricing a plus)
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Adaptability and ability to learn quickly in high-pressure environments
• Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed
• Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation
• Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday -Friday for 12 weeks
• Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors

Why Ace?

Ace Hardware (headquartered in Oak Brook, IL) is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated stores in approximately 60 countries. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks.

Ace has retained its #5 position in the annual Franchise Times Top 400 List in 2023. Unmatched customer service is a cornerstone of the Ace Hardware brand. We are a 100-year-old retailer that supports its owners with programs that leverage their local expertise, giving them a distinct advantage over their big box competitors and has resulted in Ace retailers being named by JD Powers #1 in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retailers, 16 out of 18 years. The Helpful Spirit transcends the enterprise with Ace Hardware Corporation consistently ranking amongst the top workplaces in Chicagoland.

Location Description
Ace Hardware corporate headquarters is about 20 miles west of Chicago and you’ll get the very best of city and suburban life – prestigious shopping, dining, recreation, performing arts and historical neighborhoods. Our brand new corporate facility opened in September 2023 and has state of the amenities such as a work-out facility, underground parking and upscale cafeteria. We work in the office the majority of the week and enjoy everything our new facility has to offer together as a team.

2026 Summer Internship Program Overview

The Ace Internship program allows you to apply skills and knowledge you're learning in College today, while contributing in a hands-on environment to fit your career objectives, complement your academic work and enhance your learning. Here’s what you will take away from your experience:

• Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.
• Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation
• Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team
• Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities
• Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation
• Teambuilding activities
• Hourly competitive compensation
• 12-week full time program

Your internship experience at Ace will give you the knowledge and skills future employers will look for! Want to hear more? Please review our Glassdoor comments from former interns!

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, and to the Ace brand.

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

• Incentive/Commission/Bonus opportunities (Based on role / grade level)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, eligible on your first day!
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, company paid short-term disability, and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
• Warehouse Merchandise Discount!
• Paid time off & paid holidays (depending on role and month of hire)
• Career Growth & opportunities within several channels (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical, Handyman, Customer Service and others). 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.
• Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer classes, facilitator-led courses, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review.
• Robust Employee Assistance Program, which will provide professional assistance for personal, legal, financial, work, childcare and elder care support.

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

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About Ace Hardware Home Services

Ace Hardware Home Services is the most trusted provider of home preservation services backed by Ace Hardware and offering a wide range of residential maintenance and home repair services including plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, handyman and painting.

Ace Hardware has been serving neighbors throughout America for nearly 100 years. Ace recognized the need for a trusted service provider for home repairs and launched Ace Hardware Home Services (AHHS). AHHS is now Bringing Helpful to Your Home℠ and it is our mission to deliver the same level of Helpful service, convenience & quality that you have come to expect from Ace Hardware.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Home Services 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 Hardware Home Services 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 Home Services 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.

Compensation Details:

$22.00 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.

Job Description:

About this Role:
If you have a passion for Communications, a curious mind and a helpful spirit, join us in Summer 2026!

As the Communications Intern, you will support several key projects and day-to-day initiatives in the Corporate Communications department, allowing you to get hands-on experience with editorial and creative content planning and development.

What You’ll Do:
• Write and edit intranet articles, landing pages, email newsletters and more communication materials for a range of the Corporate Communication department’s key audiences including retailers, corporate and warehouse employees
• Brainstorm creative campaigns and new ways to communicate initiatives to our audiences
• Collaborate with other departments to develop and execute integrated communication and marketing plans for corporate projects and events
• Measure intranet readership metrics, interpret results and make recommendations based on data
• Develop and support event communications such as articles, save-the-dates, invitations and related materials
• Video ideation and script writing
• Assist, support and learn from communications team members and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Working toward a bachelor’s degree as a rising senior or graduating senior
• Coursework and/or work experience in any of the following areas is preferred: strategic communication, marketing, journalism
• Strong writing and editing skills; knowledge of AP Style a plus
• Strong verbal communication skills and confidence
• Ability to organize complex topics into clear and concise language
• Organizational skills; ability to balance multiple assignments with a range of short-term and long-term deadlines
• Self-starter who takes initiative to identify areas of opportunity and takes action
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Why Ace?
Ace Hardware (headquartered in Oak Brook, IL) is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated stores in approximately 60 countries. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks.

Ace has retained its #5 position in the annual Franchise Times Top 400 List in 2023. Unmatched customer service is a cornerstone of the Ace Hardware brand. We are a 100-year-old retailer that supports its owners with programs that leverage their local expertise, giving them a distinct advantage over their big box competitors and has resulted in Ace retailers being named by JD Powers #1 in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retailers, 16 out of 18 years. The Helpful Spirit transcends the enterprise with Ace Hardware Corporation consistently ranking amongst the top workplaces in Chicagoland.

Location Description
Ace Hardware corporate headquarters is about 20 miles west of Chicago and you’ll get the very best of city and suburban life – prestigious shopping, dining, recreation, performing arts and historical neighborhoods. Our brand new corporate facility opened in September 2023 and has state of the amenities such as a work-out facility, underground parking and upscale cafeteria. We work in the office the majority of the week and enjoy everything our new facility has to offer together as a team.
2026 Summer Internship Program Overview
The Ace Internship program allows you to apply skills and knowledge you're learning in College today, while contributing in a hands-on environment to fit your career objectives, complement your academic work and enhance your learning. Here’s what you will take away from your experience:
• Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.
• Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation
• Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team
• Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities
• Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation
• Teambuilding activities
• Hourly competitive compensation
• 12-week full time program

Your internship experience at Ace will give you the knowledge and skills future employers will look for! Want to hear more? Please review our Glassdoor comments from former interns!

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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.

The Job

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in Maine! 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 an Account Manager (internally known as a Territory Manager) who will be responsible for growing profitable sales with two strategic partners of Emery Jensen customers in Maine.

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 Account Manager manages the customer relationships and will be the liaison between the customer and Emery Jensen Distribution. As necessary, the Account 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 two multi location accounts in Maine.
• Support the growth of two strategic accounts through store projects, merchandising updates, and assortment management.
• Develop, analyze and execute an annual account plan to deliver growth for the customer as well as Emery Jensen Distribution.
• Develop and foster strong business relationships with owners and key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen Distribution business.
• Organize and prioritize weekly customer sales activities to meet Emery Jensen Distribution goals and objectives.
• Salesforce – Utilize Salesforce to manage the opportunity pipeline and store visits.
• 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
• Travel required including some overnight travel
• Valid driver’s license required
• BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred

Essential Functions of the Account 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 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.

Compensation Details:

$80000 - $100000

With a 15% Annual Incentive Opportunity!

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.

Compensation Details:

$21.39 - $26.83 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:

The primary responsibility of this position is to research, analyze, and resolve all retailer inquiries related to dropship transactions and other disputed items (including dropship, warehouse, and service disputes). The goal is to ensure the timely resolution and reconciliation of disputes on store statements. This is achieved through accurate online transactions and comprehensive written documentation to support or resolve deductions, dating changes, and related issues.

What You’ll Do

• Research, analyze, and resolve retailer inquires pertaining to dropship transactions as received via written correspondence, fax, telephone or email; perform on-line accounting transactions as well as written documentation to support or resolve deductions, dating changes or other transactions related to dropship billings .
• Process retailer requests for dropship credits through the Credit Memo Express process: Receive credit memo requests, sort requests by store number, research and validate to ensure the retailer was billed as per the request and that proper documentation has been received to support the credit, verify in SAP that the credit has not already been issued, create a chargeback request to the vendor and forward to Invoice Processing. When necessary process re-bills to retailers when vendors successfully dispute chargebacks (i.e. providing proof of delivery).
• Work closely with the Cash Application team, Credit, vendors, and internal departments to effectively address and resolve dropship invoicing issues and other accounts receivable disputes.
• Assist retailers in resolving outstanding billing disputes reflected on their statements, specifically within your assigned regions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for inbound calls from stores in your assigned regions. Additionally, provide phone coverage for high-priority calls and support for absent team members as needed.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant work experience
• Strong PC skills utilizing Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP a plus

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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.

The Job

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in the Fresno, Visalia, Bakersfield, Modesto or surrounding areas in California! 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 Fresno, Visalia, Bakersfield, Modesto or surrounding areas in California. We are seeking a motivated Territory Manager with a desire to grow into a leadership position and guide a team to success.

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 by utilizing Salesforce and PowerBi.
• 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
• Eager to take the next step into people leadership; not just ready, but hungry for growth
• 5 years of Business to Business sales experience preferred
• Hardware sales experience a plus
• Excellent listening and negotiating skills
• Excellent Time Management 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 (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car)
• Preferred residence near Fresno, Visalia, Bakersfield, Modesto or surrounding areas in California!

Compensation Details:

$90000-$95000

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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Compensation Details:

$80000 - $85000 base salary plus 15% annual incentive opportunity

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.

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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.

POSITION SUMMARY

This AIH Senior Sales Associate (Sales Force) is primarily responsible for International’s Salesforce platform and not limited to enhancing and maintaining the system’s functionality related to both Sales and Customer Service. This position works closely with Sales Managers, Customer Service and Merchandising to ensure relevant information such as global promotions are appropriately outlined and reported on. This position will be knowledgeable on all channels of business and understand global sales reporting. The role is technical and requires understanding of our ERPs customer master data and enterprise reporting structure to ensure accuracy and relevant information is in the system. The Senior Sales Assistant will also provide as needed support to the Latin America and NACAP region that is not directly related to customer facing activities. In addition, the Senior Sales Assistant will partner with his/her peers on other initiatives such as coordination of Drop Ship programs during Ace’s two show windows. The successful Senior Sales Associate will provide up to date information related to strengthening sales growth and be available as needed to support growth initiatives of the Sales department. This position will report into the Sales department.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

1. Salesforce Platform Management

• Maintain, design, and enhance the Salesforce platform to meet AIH business needs in sales and customer service.
• Support features such as global promotions, KPI tracking, report generation, and executive updates.
• Submit and monitor sales data, weekly call plans, expense reports, and CRM usage through Salesforce.

2. Data Integrity and System Integration

• Uphold data integrity by following strict protocols for updating customer master data across ERP and reporting systems.
• Add, maintain, and update customer profiles to ensure seamless integration between Salesforce and platforms such as SAP ECC, AceNet, ADW, Power BI, and Business One.

3. Reporting and Analytics

• Develop value-added reports as requested by the Sales team and approved by the Regional Sales Director.
• Become proficient in Ace Retail Technology tools including AceNet, ADW, Power BI, and inventory reporting systems.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure sales and customer service processes are properly executed within Salesforce.
• Partner with peers and sales associates on projects, particularly supporting Drop Ship initiatives during key show windows.

5. Sales Support and Special Projects

• Support Latin America and NACAP regions with ad hoc tasks related to sales growth (non-retailer facing).
• Provide training and assistance to internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with Ace’s values, mission, and vision.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND COMPETENCIES

KNOWLEDGE

• Hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of related work experience in retail, sales, or marketing.
• Possess a basic understanding of retail operations and core business fundamentals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Prior experience with Salesforce is required.
• Technologically adaptable and able to quickly learn and use Ace’s Retail Technology platform.

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated success in sales and account relationship management.
• Experience developing sales strategies and using performance KPIs to drive results.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working flexible hours and traveling as needed.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and consult with retailers.
• Effective written and verbal communicator with strong presentation skills.
• Self-confident, self-motivated, and capable of working in both team and individual settings.
• Skilled in multitasking, prioritization, and managing time efficiently.

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About This Role

Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, the Senior Corporate Counsel provides practical, timely, quality legal services to help Ace Hardware Corporation meet its business objectives, and remain in compliance with laws, rules and regulations applicable to the company's businesses. This position requires a strong legal generalist with the ability to handle a wide variety of commercial agreements and legal issues, with a focus on ecommerce, digital marketplace agreements, technology including SaaS agreements, franchise matters, credit and financial matters, and corporate governance.

What You’ll Do

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts including ecommerce, technology and marketing agreements. This includes SaaS, licensing and brand partnership agreements, professional services agreements, consulting agreements, agency agreements, supply agreements, and advertising and marketing agreements, in support of all commercial functions of Ace and its affiliates.

• Focus on the digital and modern market business areas, with expertise in navigating and providing legal advice on complex issues that arise in online commerce and emerging technology environments and understanding best practices and emerging trends. Responsibilities may include advising on new digital products, platforms, online services and marketplaces; advising on marketing and intellectual property issues; understanding of data security and privacy laws and related contractual issues and collaborating with privacy and marketing teams to ensure legal compliance;

• Provide legal advice and counsel on regulatory and compliance issues.

• Provide legal advice and counsel on issues involving relationships with retailers and franchisees; negotiate commercial agreements that may impact retailer and franchisee relationships; and may assist with the preparation of Ace’s Franchise Disclosure Documents.

• Collaborate and work as part of a team with legal colleagues, business leaders and other partners to provide creative solutions to business issues while eliminating or minimizing legal risks.

• Provide legal advice and counsel to business clients with contract and other commercial disputes that may arise.

• Manage outside counsel and develop strategy for litigation and regulatory proceedings.

• Handle day to day legal issues that arise and develop, review and revise various policies, processes, templates and forms.

Required Skills

• Law Degree (Juris Doctor)

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois

• A minimum of ten years of legal experience, including in a corporate law department.

• Competencies include:

  • Ability to partner effectively with business clients in a collaborative environment to understand and achieve stated business objectives within tight deadlines and with minimal supervision;

  • Influential, with the ability to become a trusted, visible resource for business clients;

  • An effective communicator with business partners, members of the legal department, and opposing counsel who can contribute to business decisions with convincing advice and who can express information clearly and in a manner appropriate for the audience;

  • Ability to assess the impact of advice on the business and foresee consequences;

  • Willing and able to take on new challenges;

  • A team player who is able to work with colleagues to improve team effectiveness while contributing his/her own ideas;

  • Cost-conscious and aware of budget implications of decisions;

  • Committed to personal development and continuous learning;

  • Able to handle Company confidential information and data requiring the highest degree of attention to preserve confidentiality; and

  • Exhibits a high degree of professional ethics and integrity.

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Compensation Details:

$155400 - $202000 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.