Category Manager: Merchandising, Pricing & Growth

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC; Robesonia (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is seeking a Category Manager to oversee all facets of an assigned product line, including sales, purchasing, pricing, and merchandising. The role involves strategic planning, pricing discipline, inventory replenishment, and vendor collaboration to maximize gross margin and performance.

The position requires 2-5 years of related experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Business. Travel is required; the team operates within a dynamic retail/wholesale environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business.
• 2-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic business plans for the assigned categories.
• Develop sales, buying and profit plans to meet target sales and margin budgets.
• Manage product mix: variety, selection and quality.
• Develop and maintain pricing programs to achieve gross profit and revenue goals.
• Plan product promotions to meet department objectives.
• Develop and maintain category plan-o-grams and direct retail merchandising.
• Manage inventory replenishment and investment buying.
• Oversee assets, store space, inventory, and vendor partnerships.
• Conduct market analyses and maintain gross margin control.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Business

Job description

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is seeking a Category Manager to oversee all facets of an assigned product line, including sales, purchasing, pricing, and merchandising. The role involves strategic planning, pricing discipline, inventory replenishment, and vendor collaboration to maximize gross margin and performance.

The position requires 2-5 years of related experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Business. Travel is required; the team operates within a dynamic retail/wholesale environment.