Assistant Category Manager - Dairy

Sprouts Farmers Market • Phoenix, AZ

350d

About The Position

The Assistant Category Manager (ACM) will support the plans and directs all aspects of product development policies, programs, objectives, and initiatives with oversight from the Category Manager and Director of Sales and Merchandising. The ACM will research new products, product enhancements, and product redesign that are consistent in meeting the expectations of Sprouts minimum standards for the department. The ACM past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. This position selects, orders, and authorizes payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements.

Requirements

• Preferred Bachelor Degree in Business or related field with a minimum of five (5) years of departmental experience, with experience as Merchandiser or Manager preferred
• Previous buying/negotiating experience preferred
• Requires long-term strategic and financial planning skills
• Working knowledge of Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook and the Internet
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information, communicate with all levels of management and work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines
• Complete understanding of P/L statements, general ledgers, and margins
• Some travel required

Responsibilities

• Help outline and follow Sprouts standards for all products carried in the department and assure that all in house recipe and vendor products meet those standards on quality and price
• Provide the stores with relevant data to make informed decisions about the department and how to maximize profitability
• Understands supply chain and works closely with distributor on product allocation and shrink management
• Understands and executes category reviews according to timeline and manages projects within the merchandising calendar
• Accurately forecasts store demand for new store openings, promotions, and special programs
• Create programs with training that maximize sales, margin and minimize spoilage
• Establish and manage inventory processes that ensure accurate accounting and appropriate inventory levels in store
• Establish retail and promotional pricing on a regional or global basis to meet budgetary goals
• Develop and communicate easy to use weekly merchandising plans and directives for merchandiser and store use
• Oversee all department marketing plans and ads, including weekly flyer, ROPs, etc
• Keep the department fresh and appealing to customers by regularly incorporating new product into the overall product mix
• Respond to vendor/customer issues as needed on a timely basis
• Maintain awareness of Sprouts marketing strategies and competitive activity
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships and negotiate contractual agreements
• Support and act as a liaison between Sprouts stores and vendors to assure quality products and department standards are being delivered
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met
• Develop strategies that keep Sprouts on the cutting edge of the industry
• Supports Category Manager in a variety of tasks related to product and vendor management

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!
• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees