What are the responsibilities and job description for the Category Manager position at Tennessee Farmers Cooperative?
CATEGORY MANAGER
Tennessee Farmers Cooperative
Headquarters in LaVergne, TN
DATE POSTED: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
DATE AVAILABLE: As soon as possible.
SUMMARY:
Co-op Farm Hardware & TBA was established in 2025 and focuses on sales, marketing, customer service, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution for farm supplies at TFC, AFC, and Faithway Feeds. The Category Manager oversees buying, pricing, and procurement for Lawn & Garden and related product lines, develops seasonal marketing plans, and supports Member Co-ops with product information and training. This role requires strong customer service, the ability to manage multiple projects, and collaboration with vendors, field staff, and other product managers to drive sales. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, is required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS Degree in Business, Agriculture or Marketing or four to six years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Work experience with a Co-op would be a plus but is not required.
- Must possess good customer service skills, including telephone and e-mail etiquette.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Responsible for buying, pricing, procurement and management of Lawn and Garden and other product lines as needed.
- Responsible for developing marketing and seasonal plans for product lines.
- Responsible for providing product information, training and technical support to Member Co-ops and other customers as needed.
- Responsible for attending and participating in product shows, Member Co-op and vendor meetings as needed.
- Responsible for providing exceptional customer service to Member Co-ops, fellow employees and customers using face-to-face interaction, telephone and other communication devices.
- Maintain Member Co-op purchasing programs, accounting procedures, Co-op Personal Sales Assistant, Ever Ag system, catalog pricing and direct billings for assigned product lines.
- Maintain multiple projects and meet specific project deadlines.
- Responsible for providing leadership, training and guidance to other Product Managers within the assigned product lines.
- Responsible for working with field staff to increase sales and support in the assigned product lines.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person