Lidl US · 2 days ago
Category Manager - Convenience
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expLidl US is searching for the next Category Manager to join their Convenience Buying team. The Category Manager will have full ownership of a product range and will be responsible for managing product assortment, pricing, promotions, and merchandising to achieve business objectives.
Food and BeverageRetail
Responsibilities
Full ownership of given product range including developing category strategy, supplier management, product development, negotiation, pricing, promotions, and category management
Identify and execute strategic projects within given categories to achieve business objectives
Implement tactical action plans in support of strategy and aligned with company goals
Analyze trends in the market with a view to create strong commercial opportunities, efficiencies, and cost savings
Manage commercial data (turnover, margin, investment in price reductions, etc.) to ensure all KPI targets are achieved
Conduct annual assortment analyses reviewing the market and aligning on key categorical changes while leveraging Category Management and relevant industry data
Optimize merchandising space in store in collaboration with Sales and Merchandising
Effectively manage projects and project timelines while working independently and collaboratively to achieve short, medium, and long-term departmental objectives
Lead and coordinate purchasing projects and negotiations. Key point of contact for suppliers
Regularly visit stores with team members and to evaluate standard operational procedures and merchandising tactics for improvement
Ensure constant communication and collaboration with International Office, Supply Chain, Logistics, and all internal and external stakeholders to identify and resolve problems
Review Leaflets and all marketing tactics weekly for accuracy and effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge in category management, retail financial measurements, negotiations, and product development
Demonstrated leadership abilities with private label product development and national brands within grocery retail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Merchandising or related field
4-6 years of experience in a related field
In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
This position commutes between stores, regional offices and/or distribution centers less than 25% of the time
This position requires overnight domestic travel less than 25% of the time
This position requires overnight international travel less than 25% of the time
Benefits
Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
Total Well-Being Program
DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule
Company
Lidl US
Lidl US is an Private Label, Grocery, Retail, and Bakery comapny.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joel Rampoldt
CEO
Michael Chao
Vice President Marketing
Recent News
2025-12-06
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