What are the responsibilities and job description for the Category Manager, Deli/Bakery position at Executive Leadership Solutions?
CATEGORY MANAGER, DELI/BAKERY-SOUTH CAROLINA
COMPANY PROFILE:
This innovative regional grocer has set out to break the mold of the conventional supermarket and create
a distinctive shopping experience worthy of its Carolina roots. They bring their communities they serve right to the table and their commitment to quality, value and service is quickly becoming legendary.
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY:
As a Category Manager Deli/Bakery ,you and your team will drive sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction for all locations. You will develop and implement strategies to optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotions to achieve market share and profit goals.
Set promotional plans for items and categories that increase sales and profitability. Work closely with marketing, eCommerce, and advertising to develop ideas for promotion and advertising and ensure their correct implementation.
Stay abreast of changes in the marketplace in assigned categories (retail pricing, variety, etc.) by visiting our stores and the competition on a regular basis.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Depending on your experience, you will have a competitive compensation plan with base pay along with an opportunity for an annual bonus opportunity.In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, they offer great pay and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401K and a Pension Plan, a discount for shopping, paid time off, weekly pay, and more! Plenty of room to advance with this growing grocer!
BACKGROUND PROFILE:
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in business or related area. Retail store experience, preferably to at least the department manager or co-manager level. Previous category manager experience preferred. Candidate should be skilled in negotiation, analysis, planning and organizational skills. Computer proficiency in email, Excel, Word, Power BI, IRI, or Nielsen marketing systems, and other internal systems is necessary. Due to the need for influencing many areas of the organization, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, including conflict resolution.
COMPANY PROFILE:
This innovative regional grocer has set out to break the mold of the conventional supermarket and create
a distinctive shopping experience worthy of its Carolina roots. They bring their communities they serve right to the table and their commitment to quality, value and service is quickly becoming legendary.
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY:
As a Category Manager Deli/Bakery ,you and your team will drive sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction for all locations. You will develop and implement strategies to optimize product assortment, pricing, and promotions to achieve market share and profit goals.
Set promotional plans for items and categories that increase sales and profitability. Work closely with marketing, eCommerce, and advertising to develop ideas for promotion and advertising and ensure their correct implementation.
Stay abreast of changes in the marketplace in assigned categories (retail pricing, variety, etc.) by visiting our stores and the competition on a regular basis.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Depending on your experience, you will have a competitive compensation plan with base pay along with an opportunity for an annual bonus opportunity.In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, they offer great pay and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401K and a Pension Plan, a discount for shopping, paid time off, weekly pay, and more! Plenty of room to advance with this growing grocer!
BACKGROUND PROFILE:
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in business or related area. Retail store experience, preferably to at least the department manager or co-manager level. Previous category manager experience preferred. Candidate should be skilled in negotiation, analysis, planning and organizational skills. Computer proficiency in email, Excel, Word, Power BI, IRI, or Nielsen marketing systems, and other internal systems is necessary. Due to the need for influencing many areas of the organization, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, including conflict resolution.