CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT ANALYST - BAKERY - HYBRID
Foodbuy USA
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Job summary
Foodbuy seeks a Category Analyst to partner with category managers, delivering analytics and supplier programs that drive category growth. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and suppliers, providing insights to shape development, manage programs, and support the category lifecycle through data mining and reporting.
The role emphasizes strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting budgeting and pricing processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain, category, finance, or related field; supplier management experience preferred.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Sense of urgency, excellent customer service skills and demeanor
- Ability to manage complex competing priorities with strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Responsibilities
- Ad hoc analysis, compliance reports, market trends, pricing and rebate databases, marketing/ communication opportunities and opportunity analysis
- Support the development of category plans, joint business plans/reviews and presentation materials for key strategic supplier and customer partnerships.
- Managing the roll‑out, implementation and communication of new programs or program changes/conversion initiatives adhering to company processes and timelines
- Monthly income by supplier (IBS) forecasting preparation, variance analysis and tracking against budget.
- Conducting income analysis, forecast changes, or performing any other duties supporting category income drivers.
- Liaison with cross-functional groups to ensure timely management of termsets, MOGs, catalogs, and other system needs.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations as they relate to contract coverage, conversion opportunities, pricing/volume allowance, new programs, and contracts.
- Work with suppliers on issue resolution.
- Complete system data accuracy and maintenance - term set management, price releases, price audits, non-transactional, subscriptions, item mapping, and manufacturer catalog.
- Support required internal processes including budgeting, pricing, product recommendations, etc.
- Ensure excellent execution of programs and team’s required processes.
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Job description
We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group-- which is the world’s largest contract food and support services provider.
We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group-- which is the world’s largest contract food and support services provider.
We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates’ careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment.
Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST, which stands for Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability and Transparency. People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates.
This position supports category managers with analytics and supplier programs to drive growth for categories. Duties include working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and the supplier base within assigned categories, delivering insights and recommendations to drive category development process, and continuous management of categories through analysis, reporting, modeling, and data mining.
- Ad hoc analysis, compliance reports, market trends, pricing and rebate databases, marketing/ communication opportunities and opportunity analysis
- Support the development of category plans, joint business plans/reviews and presentation materials for key strategic supplier and customer partnerships.
- Managing the roll‑out, implementation and communication of new programs or program changes/conversion initiatives adhering to company processes and timelines
- Monthly income by supplier (IBS) forecasting preparation, variance analysis and tracking against budget.
- Conducting income analysis, forecast changes, or performing any other duties supporting category income drivers.
- Liaison with cross-functional groups to ensure timely management of termsets, MOGs, catalogs, and other system needs.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations as they relate to contract coverage, conversion opportunities, pricing/volume allowance, new programs, and contracts.
- Work with suppliers on issue resolution.
- Complete system data accuracy and maintenance - term set management, price releases, price audits, non-transactional, subscriptions, item mapping, and manufacturer catalog.
- Support required internal processes including budgeting, pricing, product recommendations, etc.
- Ensure excellent execution of programs and team’s required processes.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain, category, finance, or related field; supplier management experience preferred.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Sense of urgency, excellent customer service skills and demeanor
- Ability to manage complex competing priorities with strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1558492
Foodbuy
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