Associate Category Manager, Bread

FreshDirect•Bronx, NY

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Category Manager, Bread supports category strategies by managing vendor relationships, analyzing data to drive profitable sales, monitoring pricing plans, and ensuring accurate promotional activities. This role is responsible for regular assortment reviews and leading product selection within the category to maximize sales and profitability. Additional responsibilities include promotional planning, eCommerce merchandising, and vendor management for the assigned category. The ideal candidate has experience in merchandising, product sourcing and selection, eCommerce selling strategies, and the grocery supply chain - and is eager to join a team of passionate food experts at FreshDirect.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in grocery retail, eCommerce, or a related category management/merchandising role.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
Some project management experience with the ability to manage mid-sized initiatives.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
High level of enthusiasm, initiative, and solution-oriented mindset.
Nimble learner who adapts quickly and embraces continuous improvement.
A true passion for food and FreshDirect's mission is to deliver the best to our customers.

Responsibilities

Support the creation and execution of a comprehensive category strategy that meets customer needs and aligns with business goals.
Manage pricing and promotional plans for assigned categories.
Partner with the Pricing and Site Merchandising teams to drive awareness, trial, and repeat purchases through effective promotional strategies.
Conduct category and assortment reviews to identify gaps, assess performance, and ensure competitive advantage.
Create deep-dive analyses to understand opportunity gaps, sales performance, and assortment trends.
Evaluate potential sales impact of new item launches and discontinuations to inform category resets.
Prepare pre- and post-category review reports to measure performance and recap key changes.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations to anticipate and address short- and long-term challenges.
Ensure accuracy and validation of vendor-submitted deals.
Assist with site merchandising, cost negotiations, promotional planning, and product development initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits - we take care of our people so they can do their best work.
Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage.
Financial Benefits: 401(k) with employer match and Life Insurance.
Location: Our state-of-the-art Bronx campus features an on-site gym, cafeteria, and employee market. We offer free on-site parking and an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations.
People Investment: We provide job training and leadership development programs to support professional growth and partner with local colleges to offer tuition discounts.
Perks: Enjoy a 20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and our wine store. Our on-site employee market offers substantial product markdowns, and we host regular vendor spotlights and engagement events so employees can experience our products firsthand.

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