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Category Manager - Grocery

Category Manager - Grocery

Hy-VeeWest Des Moines, IA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Category Manager

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description

Job Title : Category Manager

Department : Purchasing

FLSA : Exempt

General Function :

Procures and merchandises product for Hy-Vee stores at the best quality / price relationship. Interprets customer, store and distribution demands; provides merchandising opportunities. Manages assigned categories from merchandise procurement through store distribution.

Core Competencies :

  • Partnerships
  • Growth mindset
  • Results oriented
  • Customer focused
  • Professionalism

Reporting Relations :

Accountable and Reports to : Assistant Vice-President

Positions that Report to you : Purchasing Assistant

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Maintains average annual fill rate as agreed upon with department management.
  • Communicates all ad out-of-stocks, as well as out-of-stocks on fast moving items to stores.
  • Evaluates and makes recommendations for ad offerings and purchasing of ad products to arrive on a just-in-time forecast basis.
  • Assists with writing ads and presents offers to ad committee.
  • Collaborates with suppliers to procure new merchandise and create marketing plans for new / existing items.
  • Responsible for evaluating and implementing inventory reduction strategy as determined by management. Identify new opportunities for private label and develop a merchandising plan for promotion of private label.
  • Maintains open communication with suppliers, brokers.
  • Identifies and implements backhaul or customer pick-up opportunities.
  • Maintains an appropriate number of category reviews to determine best product mix and creates plan-o-gram recommendations for the stores.
  • Maintains a ratio of new / discontinued items less than or equal to the number agreed up with department management through SKU rationalization.
  • Locates suppliers for items that stores request.
  • Reports to work when scheduled and on time.
  • Secondary Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Procures seasonal items from suppliers for the bi-annual GM shows.
  • Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.
  • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics :

  • Commitment to the Hy-Vee Mission and a willingness to promote the values of the company
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and interact with other people in a friendly, professional manner
  • Ability to identify problems, develop and execute solutions
  • Ability to interact with basic computer systems, including word processing, spreadsheet and email applications, as well as job-specific programs
  • Education and Experience :

  • High school diploma or equivalent required;
  • 4-year degree preferred.
  • 3-5 years previous related work experience.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Visual requirements include : ability to see detail at near range with or without correction.
  • Must be physically able to perform sedentary work : occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walking, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling talking, hearing and repetitive motions.
  • Working Conditions :

    The duties of this position are performed in a general office setting. There is frequent pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects in a day.

    Equipment Used to Perform Job :

    Standard tools and equipment used to test, troubleshoot and train on forecasting software. Calculator, Fax, copier, telephone, printer and PC with Microsoft Office programs.

    Financial Responsibility :

    None.

    Contacts :

    Has daily contact with suppliers / vendors.

    Confidentiality :

    Has access to confidential information, including Distribution Center product costs and software passwords.

    Are you ready to smile, apply today.

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