Category Manager at Cash-Wa Distributing in Kearney, Nebraska

Job Description:

CATEGORY MANAGER

Responsible for all aspects of product assortment, pricing, replenishment and promotions for all categories assigned to. Selects suppliers and develops productive business relationships with them. Serves as the expert in all product categories. Works closely with buyers to successfully achieve all branch objectives in assigned categories.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiates supplier programs to improve and exceed rebate budget


• Reviews, analyzes and implements supply chain efficiencies, including cost of goods improvement, logistics improvement, days on hand and terms


• Establishes annual category objectives and plans; advises sales and marketing of plans


• Work with Purchasing to ensure correct product mix and inventory levels for assigned categories in order to satisfy branch objectives


• Works with Sales to achieve target profit margins across all categories


• Manage in to stock pricing


• Understands & studies industry trends, emerging concepts and market segments


• NegotiatesVendor Allowance Programs


• Works with Marketing to develop Merchandising Activities (sales events, flyers, promotions)


• Provides assistance with branch level merchandising events, including regional food shows


• Responsible for regular reviewof vendor contracts


• Prepares and analyses applicable reports


• Provides timely and accurate promotional funds collection by assigned vendors


• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred


• Twoyears of experience in Category or Product Management or in Buying or Purchasing preferred, specifically within the food industry


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to develop excellent vendor and customer relationships


• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

Other Skills:

• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to build strong, cohesive teams


• Superior negotiation skills


• Proven ability to problem-solve in a fast paced, high production environment


• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and make sound decisions

Benefits:

• Immediate: Eligible for Paid holidays


• 30 days: Eligible for employee pricing


• 60 days: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance eligibility, Company Paid Life coverage, and 2 PTO days


• 90 days: 401k contribution eligibility


• 180 days: 2 PTO days


• 1 year: 401k matching eligibility, 8 PTO days, Company Paid Short-Term Disability

Cash-Wa Distributing is a strong, stable and financially smart company. As one of the largest privately-owned food service distributors in the Midwest our family owned company has a history of building strong relationships. If you are interested in joining an innovative, supportive, values driven company, we invite you to consider a career with Cash-Wa Distributing!