Category Manager

Category Manager

National Distribution firm seeks a Category Manager to join their team in Farmingdale, NY (In Office). The salary range is $100k – $115k.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing a variety of tasks including inventory analysis, price book management, marketing, alternative markets, and negotiating with vendors
• Must have experience purchasing grocery items, especially produce and perishables
• Manages all purchasing activities
• Direct interaction with all departments within the company, as well as with key customers
• Analyze changes or new issues in materials and supplies to find ways to reduce costs and improve quality
• Receive orders and grants approval for purchases of goods and services
• Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

Requirements include:

• Finance experience / pricing evaluation / retail cost analysis / gross profit margin knowledge a plus
• Prior experience in procurement of CPG products required
• C-Store (convenient store) experience is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and negotiating skills
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office programs