Category Specialist

Brookshire's • Tyler, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), we’re not just about business—we’re about building a community where you can thrive. Based in Tyler, Texas, BGC is home to five unique banners—Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's—operating over 215 + stores across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. We’re all about creating a workplace where you can thrive. At BGC, you matter, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is unlimited. Whether you're launching your career or ready to level up, you’ll find a supportive team, endless growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact.

Requirements

• Intermediate knowledge of SAP reporting and transactional applications.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Basic mathematical skills for calculating discounts, interest, and percentages.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and productivity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to research information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret information.
• Ability to learn new technology systems, methods and processes.
• Ability to reason, form concepts and recognize and solve problems.
• Ability to show information in presentation or diagram form.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.
• Associate’s degree in related field and two or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and/or higher education required.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs mass item maintenance activities, including strategic changes in collaboration with Category Managers.
• Maintains accurate updates across all systems for new categories or sub-categories created within the category management department to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Oversees and validates electronic files from vendors, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness for impactful decision-making.
• Monitors site and tax code maintenance, and executes changes related to tax codes on articles, aligning with financial strategies.
• Facilitates the implementation of deals and cost changes within SAP systems to optimize profitability.
• Monitors and resolves critical category management data issues, supporting new store openings and closures with precision.
• Monitors and resolves complex article issues, escalating as necessary to ensure seamless operations.
• Collaborates closely with category management and cross-functional teams to streamline vendor and product-related workflows.
• Supports system testing efforts by providing expert guidance on setting up and validating test data, ensuring robust system performance.
• Monitors, researches and resolves intricate inquiries from retail partners regarding ad pricing and scanning communication, ensuring alignment with promotional strategies.
• Conducts validation of electronic data files submitted by category management personnel and suppliers, maintaining high standards of data integrity.
• Communicates item-specific details, such as ad pricing and scanning information, to retail partners through strategic channels.
• Researches and provides detailed insights to the accounting department to resolve billing discrepancies, optimizing financial processes.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and concerns, including setting up new vendors and facilitating access to BGC portals with a focus on efficiency and compliance.
• Monitors and analyzes JDA validation reports from merchandising, proactively addressing store reset needs and ensuring updates to enhance operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
• 401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to.
• Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most.
• Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth.
• Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree