POSITION TITLE: CATEGORY MANAGER SPECIALTY FOODS

SUMMARY OF ROLE: Responsible for managing a specific group or category of products within the company. Analyzes data and insights to identify industry and consumer trends, devises long-term strategies for product categories, develops exit strategies for unsuccessful products, fosters relationships with vendors, determines product positioning, collaborates with marketing, operations, and space management teams, and forecasts product demand. Responsible for the overall management and profitability of specific product categories within center store.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree or 5 years center store/specialty buying experience preferred.
2. Ability to demonstrate leadership through his or her own example.

3. Proven ability to demonstrate financial acumen.

4. Must project a clean and professional appearance.

5. Must be a team player with a positive attitude and businesslike conduct.

6. Ability to work a flexible schedule in accordance with company needs, including business travel and participation in the company retreat.

7. Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

8. Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks without supervision.

9. Attention to detail, accuracy, ability to prioritize and follow-through.

10. Possess analytical and problem-solving skills.

11. Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

12. Ability to learn and utilize computer applications.

13. Must be 18 years of age.

ESSENTIAL SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:

1. Recruit, interview and select employees.

2. Supervise, direct, set goals and delegate tasks using independent judgment.

3. Arrange for ongoing training and communication with all employees working within your area.

4. Cultivate growth through the development of high potential employees.

5. Evaluate, coach, reward, recognize employees and celebrate successes.

6. Handle conflict and counsel employees that require disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Collaborate and work effectively within the department as well as with other Big Y departments including Store Brands, Space Management, Marketing, Pricing, Supply Chain, and Operations.

2. Manage the 3rd party relationship with the Natural/Organic/Specialty/Center Store suppliers and assist stores with any opportunities with this(these) suppliers.

3. Develop and implement merchandising and marketing programs for assigned categories by collaborating with the other Sales Managers and Marketing dept.

4. Achieve Budgeted Sales and Gross Profit goals by category.

5. Drive Speed and Innovation in creating business plans to achieve Market Share growth.

6. Actively participate in category reviews as scheduled and/or as needed.

7. Work with Space Management to implement new items, de-list non-performers, and create Innovative planograms.

8. Complete quarterly scorecards to measure and report on the business.

9. Schedule and participate in the Joint Business Planning process with business partners

10. Meet with brokers and manufacturers to negotiate deals to support promotional requirements.

11. Process deals for weekly ads and other marketing themes.

12. Insure proper billing of all money due Big Y from category products.

13. Work with Trade Desk to generate incremental sells & buys and to enhance Gross Profit.

14. Review competitive ads in general marketing area, and visit competition and our stores on a regular basis.

15. Remain current with all category trends via contacts, publications and trade shows.

16. Work with wholesaler or the distribution center to order product for upcoming sale plans.

17. Order and display seasonal or in/out product for the stores, managing inventory from the buy to sales at pos.

18. Communicate to store personnel to resolve issues and convey opportunities.

19. Assist internal and external customers /vendors with any issues; follow through to ensure resolution.
20. Engage in and encourage continuous improvement through ideas and innovation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $102,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person