Foodservice Category Leader: Growth & Strategy

Circle K Stores Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K Stores Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Category Manager – Foodservice to drive performance across assigned Foodservice categories.

You will collaborate with BUs, vendor partners, and cross-functional teams to translate strategies into actionable plans that improve sales, margin, assortment, pricing, and in-store execution. The role emphasizes category strategy, promotions, lifecycle management, and field support, with travel up to 40% and a focus on delivering scalable results across

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, foodservice, retail, or CPG.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Understanding of retail execution and store-level operations.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day management and performance of assigned Foodservice categories.
• Analyze category sales, margin, and execution to identify opportunities and risks.
• Support development and execution of category strategies aligned to Foodservice objectives.
• Monitor industry trends and competitive activity to inform recommendations.
• Partner on pricing and promotional planning, including vendor-funded programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field

Job description

Circle K Stores Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Category Manager – Foodservice to drive performance across assigned Foodservice categories.

You will collaborate with BUs, vendor partners, and cross-functional teams to translate strategies into actionable plans that improve sales, margin, assortment, pricing, and in-store execution. The role emphasizes category strategy, promotions, lifecycle management, and field support, with travel up to 40% and a focus on delivering scalable results across