Food Service & Dispensed Bev. Cat Manager

Hassan & Sons Inc • Woodland, CA

95d

About The Position

The Foodservice & Dispensed Beverage Category Manager will oversee the strategy, development, and performance of all foodservice and beverage programs across our convenience store network. This includes prepared foods, full-service delis, grab-and-go, coffee, fountain, frozen beverages, and other in-store programs. The role is responsible for vendor management, product selection, pricing, promotions, operational execution, and ensuring best-in-class customer experiences that drive traffic, sales, and profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Foodservice Management, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in category management, foodservice operations, or merchandising (convenience retail or QSR experience highly desirable).
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and financial analysis skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and operational compliance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience in the C-store (Convenience Store), retail fuel or petroleum industry is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to grow sales and margins across foodservice and beverage programs.
• Analyze category performance, identify trends, and adjust product mix and pricing strategies.
• Drive innovation by introducing new items, seasonal offerings, and limited-time promotions.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and rebates with suppliers and distributors.
• Build strong partnerships with key vendors to ensure reliable supply and promotional support.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure consistent execution of deli, foodservice, and beverage programs across all stores.
• Create planograms, recipes, and preparation standards to maintain product quality and consistency.
• Support training programs for store managers and staff to deliver great customer service and product presentation.
• Partner with the marketing team to design and execute promotional campaigns that increase trial and repeat purchases.
• Develop pricing and bundling strategies (e.g., coffee + breakfast sandwich combos).
• Monitor competitor activity and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Create in-store signage, menus, and call-outs that align with our brand identity, ensuring a consistent and engaging customer experience across all locations.
• Own category P&L, ensuring revenue and margin targets are achieved.
• Track KPIs including sales growth, gross margin %, transaction counts, and shrink/waste reduction.
• Regularly report on category performance and provide actionable insights.

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree