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Price Chopper Category Business Manager - Produce Job Details | The Golub Corporation in Schenectady, New York
Category Business Manager - Produce
Date: Jun 26, 2024
Location:
Schenectady, NY, US, 12308
Company: Northeast Shared Services
Salary: $81,446.00- $126,266.00
SUMMARY
In 2021 Price Chopper/Market 32 merged with Tops Markets and together became subsidiaries of Northeast Grocery, Inc., along with our back office operation, Northeast Shared Services. We operate supermarkets in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, Pennsylvania and New Hampshire and are comprised of nearly 300 stores, several warehouse and distribution centers, and approximately 30,000 teammates and associates. Northeast Shared Services provides business services and support to both the Tops and Price Chopper/Market 32 operating companies. The recent merger has allowed us to synergize and deepen our connections and buying power with trade partners, offer better values on our products and maintain our distinct brand identities - all to deliver in the ways that our customers expect and deserve. We strive to stay ahead of the industry in service, innovation, and operational excellence. We are committed to serving our customers, teammate and associates, communities, and shareholders in our experiences, engagement, and investments.
Northeast Shared Services is looking for a Category Business Manager to join our dynamic Merchandising team, specializing in Produce. This role will be responsible for developing and managing the procurement and merchandising program for a category so as to achieve budgeted sales, gross profit, inventory turns and service levels. Works directly with buyer(s), pricing and space management in order to maximize support for assigned categories. Select new items and develop merchandising programs that allow the assigned categories to meet or exceed goals.
Position located in Schenectady, NY or Buffalo, NY
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for managing the procurement and merchandising program for categories to include development of and expansion into different categories (annual marketing plan), achievement of budgeted sales, gross profit, inventory turns and desired service levels.
Responsible for maintaining external contacts with corporate vendors in order to provide the company with procurement and merchandising advantages related to general merchandise categories.
Responsible for developing and establishing merchandising techniques which will enhance the growth of assigned categories.
Work closely with Advertising and Merchandising departments regarding the promotion and sale of categories.
Generate weekly reports summarizing category financial performance and status of annual marketing plan.
Responsible for attending various trade and industry functions in order to keep current with category management trends and place the company in an advantageous position for future development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Satisfactory performance reviews.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey information both verbally and in writing.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, organizational and planning skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong follow through and follow up skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Proficient in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1 year as Junior Category Manager.
Must have successfully managed assigned categories.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
3 years of Operational Experience preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
EQUIPMENT USED
Price Chopper/ Market 32 and Northeast Shared Services does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.
We may also keep your information on file for further review should the location or hours not be a fit for either the store or your stated availability.
The disclosed compensation range for this position is applicable within the state the position resides. The actual base pay offered will consider internal equity and may also vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The compensation range is one component of Price Chopper/Market 32 and Northeast Shared Services’ total compensation and benefits package, which includes, 401(k), 401(k) match, paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and more.
Nearest Major Market: Albany