Regional Category Merchandising Manager

Gordon Food Service • Aberdeen, MD

93d

About The Position

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... Lead Our Regional Merchandising Strategy Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving results? We're seeking a Regional Category Merchandising Manager to champion our go-to-market strategy and lead a high-performing team. In this pivotal role, you'll be the key link between our sales teams and corporate leadership, shaping the future of our product categories. You will have the autonomy to make a real impact, developing and executing strategies that boost sales, improve margins, and strengthen our brand presence. If you're ready to take on a dynamic role where your expertise and leadership will directly influence our success, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in category management, sales, or marketing.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills, with a proven ability to motivate teams and influence decisions.
• A positive, problem-solving mindset and a passion for finding creative solutions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and empower a team of merchandising professionals.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing leaders to develop and execute innovative go-to-market plans.
• Serve as the main point of contact between regional sales teams and corporate merchandising, marketing, and revenue management teams.
• Take ownership of a regional product plan, monitoring performance and implementing corrective actions to meet sales, margin, and brand targets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees