Strategic Category Manager - Merchandising & Profit

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking a Category Manager in Charleston to oversee an assigned product line, including sales, purchasing, pricing and merchandising. You will develop strategic business plans, manage pricing and promotions, and ensure optimal product mix and inventory levels.

The role requires 2–5 years of related experience, strong analytical and financial acumen, and willingness to travel. This is a full-time on-site position with a focus on procurement and category leadership.

Qualifications

• Develop strategic business plans for assigned categories.
• Develop sales, buying and profit plans to meet target sales and margin budgets.
• Travel required: Yes.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic business plans for assigned categories.
• Develop sales, buying and profit plans to meet target sales and margin budgets.
• Manage product mix: variety, selection and quality.
• Develop and maintain pricing programs to achieve gross profit goals.
• Plan product promotions to achieve department objectives.
• Develop category plan-o-grams and direct merchandising.
• Manage inventory replenishment and investment buying.
• Oversee assets, store space, and margins.
• Travel required: Yes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Numerical reasoning

Job description

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking a Category Manager in Charleston to oversee an assigned product line, including sales, purchasing, pricing and merchandising. You will develop strategic business plans, manage pricing and promotions, and ensure optimal product mix and inventory levels.

The role requires 2–5 years of related experience, strong analytical and financial acumen, and willingness to travel. This is a full-time on-site position with a focus on procurement and category leadership.