Category Manager, Center Store

Heritage Grocers•Addison, TX

53d

About The Position

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another. Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities. POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Department Director, the Category Manager has oversight to center store categories in terms of itemization, innovation, and financial performance. The Category Manager qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. The role is responsible for organizing and articulating the near and long-term strategic vision of their assigned categories and communicating that vision across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or equivalent work experience, preferred
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in product negotiation and procurement
Knowledge of supplier and logistic systems, as well as knowledge of the federal grade/product standards and regulations
Understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices
Ability to integrate with local management, be part of a team, and drive business results
Ability to be persuasive and relentless in reinforcing the best interests of the company
Effective communicator, particularly when it comes to discussing Human Resources/Compliance matters with management or regular employees
Must have a great deal of integrity
Ability to work well under pressure and multitask

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Negotiate costs, promotions, assortment, and other metrics with vendors/suppliers for assigned categories of products managed
Analyze sales and profit performance for assigned categories and suppliers/vendors and make appropriate business decisions related to results
Assist procurement team in appropriate inventory management and creation of purchase orders for products handled through our self-distribution process. Negotiate favorable costs and terms
Dedicate appropriate time and effort into innovation of assortment and merchandising for assigned categories. Responsible for driving sales growth with new items and promotions
Complete full Category Review Process with all assigned categories minimally once per year
Accountable to full financial performance of the assigned categories
Provide strong customer service to Team Members
Manage relationships with Strategic Vendor Partners and garners support (financial, resources) to sustain the strategic vision
Develop Category Business Plans (CBP) for managed categories (if applicable)
Work collaboratively with all Team Members to create effective vendor relationships establish strategic relations with key suppliers, and manage vendor funding to drive profitable category growth
Approve section sizes and adjacencies in schematic plans for individually managed categories
Assist with creation of business case for capital expenditures (shelving, fixtures, and store layout) to present to Senior Management
As required by specific department work with support staff and distribution center staff to maintain appropriate inventory levels, acceptable turns and good code dating for items purchased into the distribution centers
Perform other duties as assigned.