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FreshDirect · 1 day ago

Associate Category Manager, Bread

Bronx, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$73K/yr - $85K/yr

2+ years exp

FreshDirect is a technology-powered grocery company focused on delivering fresh food directly from the farm to customers' homes. The Associate Category Manager, Bread will manage vendor relationships and analyze data to drive sales and profitability while overseeing promotional activities and product selection within the bread category.

BakeryCateringCoffeeCraft BeerDelivery ServiceFood DeliveryFood ProcessingFruitGroceryTea

Hiring Manager

Louann G.

Responsibilities

Support the creation and execution of a comprehensive category strategy that meets customer needs and aligns with business goals

Manage pricing and promotional plans for assigned categories

Partner with the Pricing and Site Merchandising teams to drive awareness, trial, and repeat purchases through effective promotional strategies

Conduct category and assortment reviews to identify gaps, assess performance, and ensure competitive advantage

Create deep-dive analyses to understand opportunity gaps, sales performance, and assortment trends

Evaluate potential sales impact of new item launches and discontinuations to inform category resets

Prepare pre- and post-category review reports to measure performance and recap key changes

Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations to anticipate and address short- and long-term challenges

Ensure accuracy and validation of vendor-submitted deals

Assist with site merchandising, cost negotiations, promotional planning, and product development initiatives

Qualification

Category managementData analysisECommerce strategiesVendor managementMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skillsProject managementAttention to detailInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving mindset

Required

2–5 years of experience in grocery retail, eCommerce, or a related category management/merchandising role

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and follow-through

Some project management experience with the ability to manage mid-sized initiatives

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

High level of enthusiasm, initiative, and solution-oriented mindset

Nimble learner who adapts quickly and embraces continuous improvement

A true passion for food and FreshDirect's mission is to deliver the best to our customers

Benefits

Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits — we take care of our people so they can do their best work.

Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.

Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage.

Financial Benefits: 401(k) with employer match and Life Insurance.

Location: Our state-of-the-art Bronx campus features an on-site gym, cafeteria, and employee market. We offer free on-site parking and an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations.

People Investment: We provide job training and leadership development programs to support professional growth and partner with local colleges to offer tuition discounts.

Perks: Enjoy a 20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and our wine store. Our on-site employee market offers substantial product markdowns, and we host regular vendor spotlights and engagement events so employees can experience our products firsthand.