Category & Supplier Support Specialist

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast RDC is seeking a Category Management professional to support local assortment strategies, supplier relationships and promotional activities. This role focuses on executing category initiatives, driving pricing integrity, and collaborating with sales, planners and brokers to meet company goals.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in retail or distribution, strong negotiation, communication and Excel skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in retail/wholesale or distribution environment
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Proactive in identifying issues and driving solutions

Responsibilities

• Execute Category Management initiatives within assigned categories to drive results
• Support supplier relationships and corporate core suppliers
• Coordinate with planners, suppliers, brokers, sales, and customer service
• Manage local assortment to achieve company goals and pricing integrity
• Negotiate and review supplier terms and earned income programs
• Provide input and guidance to OpCo Sales Specialists and training
• Lead local supplier reviews and negotiations using best practices
• Drive focus categories and support promotional activities and selling events
• Directly support local sales and item/vendor creation as needed
• Increase Sysco Brand sales and ensure alignment with RevMan pricing

Skills

Conflict resolution

Multi-tasking

Merchandising

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Written & verbal communications

Organizational skills

Supply chain coordination

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Sysco Northeast RDC is seeking a Category Management professional to support local assortment strategies, supplier relationships and promotional activities. This role focuses on executing category initiatives, driving pricing integrity, and collaborating with sales, planners and brokers to meet company goals.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in retail or distribution, strong negotiation, communication and Excel skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced