Responsibilities

• Develop and owns the category plan for the snack product category following standards from the Shell Group, Category Management Association (CMA) and National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS).
• Development and management of the product assortment for the assigned category or categories, ensuring it meets customer demand and aligns with market trends.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure the best pricing and ensure continuous product availability.
• Overseeing inventory levels, ensuring that stock is available at needed levels to avoid out of stocks. Helps in optimizing sales and reducing costs.
• Set and implement pricing policies for the assigned category or categories, balancing competitiveness, and market share growth with profitability.
• Monitor and analyze sales data, customer reactions, and market trends to make informed decisions that boost category performance.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop promotional plans and strategies to boost category sales.
• Create and implement annual category plans that align with the company's objectives, enhancing the shopping experience and drive sales growth.
• Execute assortment optimization plans at least twice per year, inclusive of exit strategies for unsuccessful products.
• Develop business cases for growth activities linked to the assigned categories. These business cases support investments in capital and justify operational expenses.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in retail category management with proven track record of accountability over fast moving consumer goods performance.
• Sound knowledge of convenience retail business processes including proficiency in the management of the category management cycle.
• Direct experience in the convenience or grocery channel, either as a category manager or supplier level key account manager or brand management.
• Proven expertise in the retail fundamentals of buying, assorting, placement, merchandising, and operational processes.
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting.
• Retail store operations experience is desired.
• Proficient in MS Office products: Excel, Word, Teams and Power Point.

Preferred

• Certification in Category Management (CMA) is a plus.