Category Manager

Kum & Go

Salt Lake City (UT)

Hybrid

USD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full Health, Dental, and Vision Package

In‑Store and Fuel Discounts

Retirement plan with company match

Annual incentive bonus program

Profit Sharing

Comprehensive Paid Time Off

Job summary

A convenience store chain seeks a Category Manager to enhance product performance and drive profitability at their Salt Lake City headquarters. This role involves strategic planning and execution of pricing and promotions in collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. The ideal candidate will have category management experience, strong analytical skills, and a spirit of collaboration. Competitive salary range of $75,000–$85,000 plus bonuses and benefits including health insurance and retirement matching.

Qualifications

Experience managing assortments, pricing, or promotions in category management or buying.
P&L ownership experience with strong financial acumen.
Ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

Monitor category sales and P&L reports to identify opportunities.
Build and optimize category pricing and promotions.
Lead supplier relationships and negotiations.

Skills

Category management or buying experience

Strong analytical skills

Cross‑functional collaboration skills

Job description

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At Maverik, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer adventures. The Category Manager owns the performance, growth, and profitability of assigned product categories. This role blends strategic planning with hands‑on execution from pricing and promotions to vendor partnerships and P&L optimization and plays a key role in shaping the products and experiences our customers love across all Maverik stores. You’ll collaborate with suppliers, marketing, finance, and operations to drive category performance and continually improve Maverik’s competitive position.

Why this role matters: This role directly impacts what products we offer, how they perform, and how customers experience Maverik. It helps drive sales, margin, and long‑term category growth while influencing store execution and customer loyalty.

Location / Schedule: This role is based at our Salt Lake City Headquarters with a 4‑day in‑office hybrid schedule.

Position Summary & Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities: The Category Manager is responsible for managing the performance, pricing, promotions, and profitability of assigned product categories, developing long‑term category strategies while supporting daily business execution.

Monitor category sales, trends, and P&L reports to identify opportunities.
Build and optimize category pricing, promotions, and product assortments.
Lead supplier relationships, including negotiations on cost, promotional funding, and contracts.
Partner cross‑functionally with Marketing, Operations, and Finance to align category plans.
Ensure in‑stock levels and coordinate with internal teams to resolve supply issues.
Track performance of promotions and category initiatives; lead test‑and‑learn projects.
Contribute to the annual operating plan and long‑term category growth strategies.
Identify process improvements that impact cost, efficiency, or customer experience.

You’ll be a great fit for this adventure if you have:

Required Experience:

Category management or buying experience (CPG or retail preferred), including managing assortments, pricing, or promotions.
P&L ownership or strong financial acumen, with experience driving margin and sales results.
Vendor management and negotiation experience — ideally with pricing, funding, or contract negotiation.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations.
Cross‑functional collaboration skills, working with marketing, operations, and finance to execute plans and solve issues.
The Maverik Spirit — a clear communicator, relationship builder, and problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, data‑driven environment.

Bonus Points If You Also Bring:

Retail or store‑level experience that helps connect strategy to execution.
Experience in CPG, grocery, food, or beverage category management.
Background in brand management, promotional planning, or consumer insights.
Comfort with test‑and‑learn approaches or advanced analytics tools.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $75,000–$85,000 + DOE and Bonus Opportunities The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Maverik considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers, such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Benefits Include: