Category Manager

Who We Are 

We are a team of food industry experts, excited to share our knowledge of hospitality.

We pride ourselves in offering well-crafted, locally sourced, globally inspired food in a warm environment of discovery and hospitality that connects people to each other and to their community.

We thrive on caring, responsive service, an insatiable drive for exploration, and creating an inviting, personalized experience for every guest. We welcome you to share in our passion for exceptional, inspired food and invite you to join us at our neighborhood table. 

What We’re Looking for 

A Food Enthusiast who celebrates locally and responsibly sourced products of the highest quality 

A Continuous Learner who is eager to collaborate and share in creating an extraordinary hospitality experience 

A Health Advocate who can guide guests to options that suit special diets and allergy restrictions 

A Community Member who values the power of diversity and the inclusion of our various identities 

A Neighborhood Champion who strives to be socially responsible by giving back to our community 

A Safety Leader who prioritizes cleanliness and a high level of sanitation for Team Members and Guests 

What You’ll Do 

Merchandising

Determine, curate & cultivate our differentiation in the market. Ensure we offer the right products at the right time for the right price. 

• Spend time exploring new trends, opportunities, products and quality, unique makers 
• Make recommendations for category products.
• Analyze item assortment, competition’s impact on the category, recommend ways to grow market share.

Pricing

Category Manager will be responsible for analyzing & setting competitive pricing points and adjusting the pricing to increase sales and clear out stagnant items from inventory. Successful marketing of a product or product line requires the right formula which includes pricing and availability, balanced with consumer demand.

• Influence the design of seasonal displays and other visual merchandising plans. 

Inventory 

Manage inventory, and effectively plan and forecast to maximize profitability.

• Create trend forecasts and implement sales plans.
• Financial analysis as a key planning responsibility.
• Analyze category performance across a variety of indicators, such as sales, gross profit, mark-on, markdowns, and market share.

Education & Engagement

Engage our teams & customers around the category management program at Outfox Hospitality.

• Work alongside the Marketing team to develop content, such as press releases or social media series.
• Identify in-store event opportunities, in partnership with vendors. 

Qualifications 

• 21 years of age or older is a requirement, with the ability to apply strong, sound judgment. 
• Bachelor’s degree in business, retailing, management, sales, or marketing is strongly preferred. An MBA or postgraduate study in merchandising or retail management is an advantage.
• At least 10 years’ marketing, merchandising, sales or similar expertise in the grocery or retail industry. 
• Strong analytical retail management skills are a must. 
• Exceptional organization, outstanding attention to detail, and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are non-negotiables. 
• Ability to easily establish a rapport with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds and understanding within the alcoholic beverage industry. 
• Strong background with vendor management & visual merchandising is a plus.
• Ability to handle stress appropriately, and deal with ambiguity will prove very beneficial. 
• Work Authorization in the United States is required

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities regularly: Walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions
• Walking/Standing 90% and sitting 10% of day
• Frequent movement within the store to access various departments, areas and/or products
• Physically able to exert up to 50 pounds of force often and exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures – walk-in coolers and freezers
• Exposure to chemicals and cleaning products, operating equipment (baler, compactor, power jack, knives, cutting tools)
   

Benefits & Perks (* - for eligible Team Members) 

• Comprehensive Health Plans
• Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off)* and Sick PTO
• Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Industry Leading Team Member Discount

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements and may be amended at any time.

Dom’s Kitchen & Market is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

At Dom’s Kitchen & Market we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.