Grocery Category Manager - Growth & Remote Options

Mississippi Market Co-op; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% employee discount

Excellent paid time off and paid VOLUN

401(k) matching

Low-cost health insurance premium...

Job summary

Mississippi Market Co-op is seeking a Grocery Category Manager to plan selection, pricing, promotions and merchandising for Grocery products including bulk, bread, and refrigerated items. You will drive sales growth and margin while upholding quality and signage standards.

Responsibilities include data analysis, vendor relations, and supporting store leadership. The role requires strategic thinking, collaboration, and strong communication across teams in a hybrid on-site environment in Saint

Qualifications

• Purchasing experience in natural or conventional food industry.
• Knowledge of natural foods industry and current trends.
• Strong time management and organization skills.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, forecast, and set pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan selection, pricing, promotions, and merchandising of Grocery products.
• Provide guidance to store leadership and staff in area of accountability.
• Manage price perception and ensure quality and merchandising standards.
• Collaborate with categories on events, sampling, and data accuracy.

Skills

Purchasing

Pricing

Merchandising

Data analysis

Vendor negotiations

Customer service

Communication

Decision making

Time management

Intercultural competence

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mississippi Market Co-op is seeking a Grocery Category Manager to plan selection, pricing, promotions and merchandising for Grocery products including bulk, bread, and refrigerated items. You will drive sales growth and margin while upholding quality and signage standards.

Responsibilities include data analysis, vendor relations, and supporting store leadership. The role requires strategic thinking, collaboration, and strong communication across teams in a hybrid on-site environment in Saint