Senior Category Manager - Produce

Sprouts Farmers Market•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead the development and execution of category strategies that drive sales, margin, and customer satisfaction. Manage all aspects of assortment, pricing, merchandising, product quality, sourcing, and promotional planning using data, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration. Deliver financial goals through everyday business management and long-term strategic planning with a regional mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
5-7 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or procurement, preferably in the grocery or retail industry.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; merchandising software experience a plus.
Solid understanding of P&L, margins, and retail merchandising principles.
Results‑oriented, strategic, and proactive.
Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
Highly organized and detail‑focused; able to manage multiple priorities.
Able to maintain confidentiality and work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category plans, including assortment, pricing, promotions, innovation, quality, and shrink management.
Manage sales and margin performance by analyzing profitability, pricing, selection, and in-store presentation.
Use reporting and analytics to inform decisions and anticipate risks or challenges.
Set retail pricing and promotional strategies across regions through effective supplier negotiations.
Build category marketing strategies aligned with company priorities.
Maintain strong internal and external partnerships, influence teams through clear communication and storytelling.
Conduct competitive and market analysis to ensure alignment with customer trends and preferences.
Provide stores with relevant data and direction to maximize profitability.
Support resets, remodels, and new store openings.
Ensure compliance with freshness, food safety, refrigeration, and sanitation standards.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
Vacation accrual plan
Opportunities for career growth
15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
Flexible schedules
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
Company paid life insurance
Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!
Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
Health Savings Account with company match
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Company paid short-term disability coverage
Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
Paid holidays
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Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.