Senior Category Manager - Vitamins & Supplements, Flexible

Sprouts Farmers Market; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(K) retirement savings plan with a

Company-paid life insurance

DailyPay program

15% store discount

Contests and appreciation events

Job summary

Sprouts Farmers Market in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Senior Category Manager for Vitamins & Supplements to lead category strategy, product assortment, and financial performance. You will partner with the Director to drive sales, margin, and a differentiated, high-quality offering that aligns with Sprouts’ standards for value.

The role requires 5+ years in category management or related buying roles, with strong analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills to deliver profitable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of category management, merchandising, or buying experience.
• Proven experience in vendor negotiations and financial management.
• Strong understanding of P&L, margin, and inventory dynamics.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Own category performance, including sales, margin, inventory, and profitability targets.
• Analyze trends, sales data, and customer behavior to identify growth opportunities and risks.
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve forecasted and budgeted financial goals.
• Lead category reviews with cross-functional partners to ensure a productive assortment.
• Identify and onboard new items, emerging brands, and innovation.
• Evaluate product performance to optimize velocity, assortment mix, and lifecycle management.
• Set and manage retail and promotional pricing strategies to deliver margin and sales objectives.
• Oversee promotional planning, including flyer, digital, and in-store programs.
• Establish inventory strategies that maximize in-stock levels while minimizing excess and spoilage.
• Partner with suppliers and distribution to ensure consistent product flow and availability.
• Monitor and adjust ordering and allocation strategies as needed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and brokers.
• Negotiate cost, trade investments, and product launches to drive mutual growth.
• Lead, coach, and develop Category Specialists and cross-functional partners.
• Develop clear merchandising and promotional plans for stores.
• Monitor industry trends to keep Sprouts competitive.
• Develop training and tools to enhance product knowledge at store level.
• Ensure products meet Sprouts quality, ingredient, and pricing standards.
• Ensure all products and processes meet regulations.

Skills

Vendor negotiations

P&L understanding

Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Sprouts Farmers Market in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Senior Category Manager for Vitamins & Supplements to lead category strategy, product assortment, and financial performance. You will partner with the Director to drive sales, margin, and a differentiated, high-quality offering that aligns with Sprouts’ standards for value.

The role requires 5+ years in category management or related buying roles, with strong analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills to deliver profitable