Category Manager
Core
Execute category strategy and assortment management for US Foods distribution centers within a defined geographic area.
Role type
Category Manager (Food Service)
Builds
Product assortments, order guides, and pricing strategies for distribution centers
Domain
Food Service Distribution / Retail
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Category strategy execution, assortment optimization, KPI management, market data analysis, vendor relationship management, sales support, product training, bid analysis
Preferred skills
Project management
Technologies
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Develop implementation plans for category strategy across multiple distribution centers; review product assortment to identify slow SKUs and growth opportunities; gather local market data and competitor intelligence; facilitate product training and new product introductions; support FSQA inquiries and major account bids.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC