Category Manager - Meat

Sprouts Farmers Market; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation accrual plan

Flexible schedules

401(K) Retirement plan with company match

15% discount for employees

Job summary

Sprouts Farmers Market is seeking a talented individual to lead category strategies that drive sales and enhance customer satisfaction in Phoenix, AZ. The position involves managing product assortment, pricing, and promotional planning through strong cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in business or marketing and have a robust understanding of category management. This role demands analytical and negotiation skills, with a dedication to maintaining high standards in product quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• 0-3+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, and/or procurement.
• Strong understanding of P&L, margins, and retail merchandising principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category plans including assortment and pricing.
• Manage sales and margin performance by analyzing profitability.
• Use reporting and analytics to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to optimize inventory levels.
• Ensure compliance with product quality and safety standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or related field

Job description

Overview

Lead the development and execution of category strategies that drive sales, margin, market share, competitive price position, and customer satisfaction. Manage all aspects of assortment, pricing, merchandising, product quality, sourcing, and promotional planning as well oversee aspects of product development using data, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration. Deliver financial goals through everyday business management and long-term strategic planning while maximizing margin through strong cost negotiations and development of key cross functional partnerships.

Overview Of Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category plans, including assortment, pricing, promotions, innovation, quality, and shrink management.
• Manage sales and margin performance by analyzing profitability, pricing, selection, and in-store presentation.
• Use reporting and analytics to inform decisions and anticipate risks or challenges.
• Leverage customer insight and market data to lead the industry with innovative, relevant product offering.
• Set retail pricing and promotional strategies across regions through effective supplier negotiations.
• Build category marketing strategies aligned with company priorities.
• Source product to achieve our animal welfare commitments.
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product quality, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Replenishment team to optimize inventory levels at the DC and stores.
• Maintain strong internal and external partnerships, influence teams through clear communication and storytelling.
• Conduct competitive and market analysis to ensure alignment with customer trends and preferences.
• Provide stores with relevant data and direction to maximize profitability.
• Support resets, remodels, and new store openings.
• Ensure compliance with freshness, food safety, refrigeration, and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field, preferred.
• 0-3+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, and/or procurement, preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including CoPilot.
• Solid understanding of P&L, margins, and retail merchandising principles.

Personal Attributes

• Results-oriented, strategic, and proactive.
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-focused; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and work independently or collaboratively.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Driving for Results
• Coaching and Developing Others
• Leading Change

Additional Details

• Some travel required (trade shows, business needs).
• Full-time role based in the Sprouts Support Office (Phoenix, AZ), onsite 3 days/week.
• Regular meetings and product testing are part of ongoing category review processes.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility Requirements May Apply For The Following Benefits

• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

Pay Information

Get Paid Every Day. Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay. If you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free. DailyPay allows you to see daily earnings and transfer funds any time before payday.

Learn more at: https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/

Why Sprouts

Grow with us. If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts. Our stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, bulk goods, and more in a casual, customer-focused setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, growing company focused on empowering others.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts reserves the right to amend duties as necessary. Sprouts will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance. California Residents: Information is collected in accordance with California law; please see here for more information.