Onsite Category Manager - Foodservice Purchasing Leader

Core-Mark; Oakwood (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Core-Mark, located in Oakwood, Georgia, is seeking a Category Manager to oversee customer relations and purchasing functions. You will lead a team of buyers to evaluate product lines and support the sales team with research and negotiations.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in foodservice distribution, demonstrated leadership skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. A competitive benefits package is offered, including health and wellness benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of foodservice distribution and purchasing experience.
• Leadership experience directing other buyers.
• Experience in food buying/category management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer relations and purchasing functions.
• Lead a team of buyers in evaluating product lines.
• Support sales team with research and negotiations.
• Evaluate inventory and supplier performance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of food purchasing

Vendor relationship management

Market research skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in business or related area

Job description

Core-Mark, located in Oakwood, Georgia, is seeking a Category Manager to oversee customer relations and purchasing functions. You will lead a team of buyers to evaluate product lines and support the sales team with research and negotiations.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in foodservice distribution, demonstrated leadership skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. A competitive benefits package is offered, including health and wellness benefits and opportunities for growth.