Senior Category Manager - Kroger
Core
Lead category strategy and data-driven insights for Packaged Meats and Deli categories at Kroger to drive growth, profitability, and assortment optimization.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Advisor)
Builds
Category growth strategies, joint business plans, and optimized assortment for Kroger retail partners.
Domain
Retail / Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) / Packaged Meats & Deli
Required skills
Category management, data analysis, shopper behavior insights, strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, presentation skills, assortment optimization, pricing strategy, market trend analysis
Preferred skills
MBA, team management experience
Technologies
84.51° On Demand, Stratum, syndicated data platforms (IRI, Nielsen), household panel data systems
Responsibilities
Translate complex data into actionable business recommendations for assortment, pricing, and promotion; lead category reviews and joint business planning; build performance dashboards and scorecards; mentor team members and develop category management best practices; present strategic insights to Kroger merchants and senior leadership.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory duties