Senior Merchandising Manager — Supplier & Category Strategy

Sysco

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 135,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Sysco in Irvine, CA is seeking a Merchandising professional to lead category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and optimize pricing and logistics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive sales and profitability while guiding marketing and promotional efforts.

The role requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a focus on teamwork and process improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in business or equivalent work experience.
3 years’ experience in Seafood merchandising preferred.
Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
Negotiation skills.
3 years of planning and/or management experience.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

Leads and inspires the team to deliver high-quality category strategies.
Works to foster teamwork within the department and to cultivate a team environment.
Assists in strategy development and category financial forecasting with Category Merchandisers for each category.
Provide analytics and reporting on the Top 10 suppliers.
Make recommendations to management on category improvements.
Participates in strategic supplier meetings with Category Merchandisers when available and/or necessary.
Assists in providing input for marketing, communication, and promotional activities.
Assists in category management activities and projects.
W orks cross-functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, IT and accounting to support company goals.
Other duties as assigned.