Category Manager
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute annual category business plans including category specific roles, strategies, and tactics as well as overall marketing goals and objectives.
· Work closely with operations to ensure effective execution of all programs through store visits, in store training and all communications methods.
· Establishes pricing and margins for assigned categories. Completes competitive price surveys and looks for Price Optimization opportunities.
· Responsible for product assortment; works with Merchandising on planograms, placement, item deletion and store layouts for assigned categories.
· Coordinates and implements monthly promotions. Clearly communicate these promotions to Vendors, Price book and Operations.
· Analyze Monthly Sales data and prepare category analysis.
· Secures and administers rebates and allowances. Reconciles rebates on a quarterly basis.
· Coordinates and tracks testing of new products/equipment. Publishes results and recommendations.
· Analyze customer and market research data and reports of assigned categories.
· Develop incentive programs and contests to drive engagement of customers and store associates.
· Establish, build, and manage critical supplier relationships, including ownership across all negotiation·
· Negotiate product cost with regional vendor partners.
Background Profile:
· Category Management experience with C-stores
· Ability to travel to store locations as needed
Competencies:
· Strong analytical and organizational skills.
· Negotiations skills.
· In-depth understanding of the dynamics of the shopper and the retailer, underpinned by a deep consumer led mindset.
· Able to work across multiple external and internal touch points, an effective team player and contributor.
· Up for a challenge, able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workload and produce high quality, accurate work.
· Attention to detail and the ability to accomplish tasks within agreed upon time frame.
· Ability to communicate in a professional and positive demeanor with associates, vendors, customers, and clients.
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