Category Manager - Food III
- This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Arlington, VA, and follows a hybrid schedule with at least 3 days per week in-office. **
- Effectively manage projects and project timelines while working independently and collaboratively to achieve short, medium, and long-term departmental visions
- Evaluate industry best practices and monitor developments and innovations within the retail sector particular to their business that may be beneficial to the daily operations of the organization
- Analyze and evaluate projects and develop ideas and/or practical solutions for streamlining business processes
- Lead and coordinate purchasing projects and negotiations
- Prepare and negotiate with national suppliers in agreement with the line manager, and where applicable, International Purchasing
- In collaboration with Purchasing Leadership, set retail pricing strategy for all items negotiated
- Build promotional activity programs with suppliers for weekly leaflet promotions
- Preparing all documents required for supplier contracts, item set up, and master data maintenance
- Full ownership of given product range including developing category strategy, supplier management, product development, negotiation, and category management
- Analyze trends in the market with a view to create strong commercial opportunities
- Prepare portfolio reports and propose cost saving initiatives for your product range
- Manage commercial data such as turnover, margin, and investment in price reductions
- Conduct annual assortment analyses reviewing the market and aligning on key categorical changes (WGA) while leveraging Category Management and relevant industry data
- Identify, test, and recommend new products in coordination with Purchasing Leadership
- Ensure constant communication and consultation with suppliers
- Ensure constant communication with International Office, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams to resolve problems
- Approve supplier contracts
- Train or guide the work of other team members on occasion
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Advanced knowledge in category management and/or product development
- Ability to effectively manage negotiations and conduct category management
- Ability to effectively manage negotiations and conduct category management
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Merchandising, or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in category strategy, supplier negotiations, product development, and assortment optimization in the retail industry
- In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above
- Grocery industry experience
- Category Management of FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) categories
- Experience with Google Workspace tools
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- This position commutes between stores, regional offices and/or distribution centers less than 25% of the time
- This position requires overnight domestic travel less than 25% of the time
- This position requires overnight international travel less than 25% of the time
- Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
- Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
- Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
- 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
- Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
- Total Well-Being Program
- DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule
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