Category Management & Merchandising Advisor

Sysco; Warners (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco in Warners, NY is seeking a Category Manager to support the execution of corporate category strategies and streamline local assortment in line with company goals. You will drive supplier relationships, coordinate with sales, planners, brokers, and customer service to deliver optimized product coverage and pricing integrity.

The role requires 3+ years in retail/wholesale distribution and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with strong negotiation, Excel, and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in retail, wholesale, or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Execute category management initiatives within assigned categories.
• Support supplier negotiations and local supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with sales, planners, brokers, and customer service.
• Promote local assortment to achieve company goals.
• Drive focus categories and promotional activities.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sysco in Warners, NY is seeking a Category Manager to support the execution of corporate category strategies and streamline local assortment in line with company goals. You will drive supplier relationships, coordinate with sales, planners, brokers, and customer service to deliver optimized product coverage and pricing integrity.

The role requires 3+ years in retail/wholesale distribution and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with strong negotiation, Excel, and cross-functional collaboration