Transformco

Role Description The Product Marketing Manager is responsible for product content, creative direction, customer reviews, live events, and kenmore.com content integrity across the Kenmore and DieHard portfolio. The role writes product feature copy and messaging, directs photography and Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI)/video production, and coordinates with internal product managers, licensees, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partners to source product images, specifications, and launch materials. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, or related field - 5+ years of product content, copywriting, brand content, or digital merchandising experience in consumer durables, appliances, consumer electronics, or related categories - Strong product copywriting skills, ability to translate feature specifications into compelling, benefit-driven consumer-facing copy - Proven experience directing photography, Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI), and video production for product content at scale - Experience coordinating with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partners, licensees, or external vendors to source product images, specifications, and launch materials - Experience planning and executing live events or trade shows with a product or content focus - Working knowledge of customer review platforms (Amazon, retail.com) and review response/moderation best practices - Hands-on experience with content management systems, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Tableau, and product detail page (PDP) optimization - Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage concurrent content production across multiple categories - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to product, marketing, licensee, and partner audiences Requirements - Bachelor's Degree - 5-10 years of related experience - Up to 25% travel - 18 years of age or older Preferred Skills - Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Experience in major appliances (laundry, refrigeration, cooking, dish), automotive batteries, tools, or home improvement - Familiarity with Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI), 3D rendering, or motion production workflows - Experience working within a licensee-driven or matrix brand model - Familiarity with agile, sprint-based, or stage-gate product development processes - Experience with major industry trade shows such as Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), International Builders Show, or Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) - Passion for consumer durables, digital retail innovation, and the intersection of brand and commerce Company Description

Role Description The VP of Sales & Business Development will own the strategy, development and execution of all product based revenue generation for Brands. This role is responsible for expanding distribution, driving channel growth and building strong commercial partnerships across retail, wholesale, e-commerce and emerging channels. The role is accountable for delivering sustained year-over-year growth through product sales and for attracting and securing relationships with leading retailers, distributors and strategic partners that enhance brand reach and market penetration. In addition, this position partners with the CEO of Brands on capital raising and investment-related activities that support brand growth and expansion. This position leads the sales and business development function and team. Qualifications - Bachelors Degree - Over 10 years of related experience - Up to 50% travel - 18 years of age or older Requirements - 10+ years of experience in commercial development, business strategy, or channel leadership roles within consumer goods - Proven ability to lead large-scale business development and retail partnership strategies from concept to execution - Executive-level communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional and external stakeholder groups - Financial acumen with experience in margin management, pricing architecture, and promotional ROI - Entrepreneurial mindset with strong strategic thinking and hands-on operational skillset - Strategic vision - Partner management and negotiation - Financial and market analysis - Pricing and promotion strategy - Retail and commercial channel expertise - Leadership and cross-functional collaboration - Problem and agility Company Description

Role Description The Trading Floor Analyst plays a key role within the Trading Room (Mission Control) environment, providing real-time oversight and operational direction for the Sears Home Services field repair network. This role is responsible for analyzing operational performance, identifying trends and risks, and making real-time decisions to optimize business outcomes. The Analyst works across multiple functional areas including: - Technicians - Parts logistics - Fleet - Claims - Communications - Recruiting - Onboarding - Training The position requires independent judgment in a fast-paced environment, where the Analyst must: - Assess competing priorities - Determine appropriate courses of action - Drive alignment across stakeholders The position also contributes to AI-driven operational development by helping design, prototype, and test AI agents that support operational monitoring, decision support, and workflow automation. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field - 3-4 years of experience in operations, analytics, technology, or related role - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to analyze operational data and identify patterns, risks, or operational improvement opportunities - Strong organizational and coordination skills across multiple teams - Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment where timely responses are required - Ability to exercise independent judgment when evaluating operational conditions and recommending appropriate responses - Interest in AI technologies, automation, and data-driven operations - Strong communication skills and ability to follow through on operational tasks Requirements - Bachelor's Degree - 3-4 years of related experience - Up to 25% travel - 18 years of age or older Job Duties/Responsibilities - Analyzes and interprets real-time operational dashboards and field service performance data to identify trends, risks, and operational improvement opportunities - Evaluates operational issues and determines appropriate response actions, including prioritization of service disruptions and performance gaps - Leads cross-functional response efforts and directs follow-up actions, ensuring alignment on operational priorities and timely resolution of issues - Assesses the impact of operational decisions and recommends adjustments to improve service performance and business outcomes - Drives the development and refinement of Trading Room monitoring processes, operational analytics tools, and reporting frameworks - Partners with cross-functional stakeholders across field operations to align on priorities and influence execution of operational strategies - Delivers actionable insights and recommendations to leadership regarding field service performance, risks, and operational trends - Designs and evaluates AI agents that support operational monitoring, analysis, and workflow automation - Leads collaboration with technical resources to develop and implement AI-driven tools supporting Trading Room activities - Establishes processes and protocols for building and deploying operational AI solutions - Identifies workforce trends and recommends strategies to support technician recruiting and retention based on operational data - Engages directly with technicians and field professionals to assess operational challenges and inform business decisions - Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with schools, training programs, and workforce organizations to support technician pipeline initiatives - Designs and pilots new approaches for attracting, training, and managing home service professionals using technology and AI - Collaborates with leadership to define, refine, and evolve Trading Room responsibilities, processes, and operating model

Role Description The Buyer is responsible for meeting cross-format planned sales, margin and inventory turnover goals for their designated areas. The objectives will be met through focused merchandise assortment, productive marketing, and sound merchandise management. This position works closely with management, merchandise planning, promotional planning, merchandise placement, and merchandising support teams to significantly improve profitability and maximize shareholder value. Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree - 3-4 years of related experience - Up to 25% travel - 18 years of age or older Requirements - Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills - Proficiency in the use of desktop applications and Windows-based programs - Retail math literacy and application of concepts to daily operations - Strong working knowledge of merchant processes and systems - Strong merchandising, product and analytical skills Benefits - Partners with the inventory team to complete accurate forecasts by evaluating financial information, current trends, and anticipated market changes that impact buy decisions and strategies - Manages all aspects of the merchandise offering selection, negotiation, promotion, commission, and disposition; ensures promotional execution accuracy (pricing, signage) - Develops and maintains relationships with vendors and interacts with the vendor community within Transformco standards and code of ethics; negotiates subsidies with vendors and collaborates with business partners - Visits stores to evaluate merchandise mix, observes competition, weighs individual store needs and translates findings into executable product plans - Executes sales, margin and inventory plans; monitors performance versus plan to identify trend opportunities - Develops customer-driven assortments that support departmental goals and key item focus - Provides collaborative guidance, direction and support to the planning organization in the development of merchandise, pricing strategies and marketing plans - Ensures the merchandise selection matches customer needs, customer orientation and satisfaction; mix balances quantity, style, size and price consistent with company and individual market requirements - Develops line/category strategies - Works closely with the stores to identify gaps in assortment needs - Attends relevant trade shows, markets and events to observe market trends, gather product information, selects merchandise and establish business relationships with viable vendors - Establishes collaborative relationships with inventory team to ensure availability and the timely delivery of merchandise - Manages vendor performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives - Selects products to maximize return of advertising expenses; partners with marketing team to reconcile marketing plans and promotional calendar; monitors and maintains promotional performance - Drives compliance and standards with processes, policies, tools, and associates within the group - Performs supervisory functions, including but not limited to, making employment decisions regarding hiring, promoting, demoting and terminating, conducting performance appraisals and coaching and developing associates