Food Service Senior Category Manager

Circle K•Minnetonka, MN

2d•$92,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We want you to join our team as a Food Service Senior Category Manager. If you thrive on leading teams, driving results, and bringing innovative food programs to life in a fast-paced environment, this is a role where you can make a meaningful impact across the business unit. In this role, you’ll lead food service strategy and execution, partner closely with Operations and Merchandising, and ensure our Fresh Food Fast programs deliver strong sales, margin, quality, and customer experience. As a Food Service Senior Category Manager, you’ll enjoy: Competitive salary between $92,000 and $100,000 Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with competitive company match Paid time off and holidays Performance-based bonus opportunities Tuition reimbursement and professional development support Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts A large, stable employer with room for growth The opportunity to work with experienced, collaborative teams across the business

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, or equivalent experience
Ten or more years of relevant experience
At least seven years of people management experience
Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 and related business productivity tools, with advanced Excel and presentation skills
Experience working with multi-unit or field-based operations
Ability to travel up to 35 percent
Valid driver’s license
Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
Regular use of a keyboard, mouse, and monitor
Ability to hear and speak clearly via telephone
Ability to reach forward and overhead
Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
Office-based role with regular collaboration across teams
Moderate noise level typical of a professional office setting
Combination of natural and fluorescent lighting
Ability to work independently with periodic supervision

Responsibilities

Innovate and evolve the Circle K food service brand through strategic problem- solving and Fresh Food Fast initiatives.
Analyze financial performance and recommend promotions and category changes to meet or exceed sales, margin, and quality goals in alignment with National strategies.
Monitor competitive activity within each market and provide data-driven recommendations aligned with National direction.
Evaluate products, services, and policies and communicate recommendations to the Merchandise Director and Vice President.
Achieve financial objectives by developing and managing annual budgets, analyzing variances, initiating corrective actions, and allocating program costs through operational and risk reporting.
Deliver results aligned with Company Plan financial targets and key result areas.
Collaborate with Marketing, Merchandising, BU leadership, store leadership, and Global Foodservice subject matter experts to ensure training materials are current, effective, and aligned with company standards.
Provide clear and effective communication to Operations and cross-functional partners supporting Fresh Food Fast programs and projects.
Ensure successful execution of marketing and merchandising initiatives through partnership with Regional Operations Directors and District Managers.
Lead all Fresh Food initiatives and develop the Food Service Category team to drive alignment, execution, and sustainable growth.
Identify and maximize merchandising and profitability opportunities by visiting local markets, implementing best practices across the business unit, and sharing insights company-wide in alignment with National direction.
Recruit, select, onboard, coach, and develop team members through effective performance management and ongoing feedback.
Maintain professional and technical expertise through continued education, industry engagement, and professional networks.

Benefits

Competitive salary between $92,000 and $100,000
Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with competitive company match
Paid time off and holidays
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
A large, stable employer with room for growth
The opportunity to work with experienced, collaborative teams across the business