Brookshire Grocery Company · 1 month ago
Assistant Category Manager
Tyler-Jacksonville Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expBrookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a community-focused organization operating over 215 stores across multiple states. The Assistant Category Manager will assist with buying decisions and manage the day-to-day flow of assigned categories while developing relationships with suppliers and retail teams.
Retail
Responsibilities
Assists with managing day-to-day flow of assigned category by overseeing and making decisions regarding sales, pricing, sourcing, and quality
Serves as the subject matter expert in assigned category and assist retail stores with all category management aspects of that category
Negotiates supplier contracts to ensure product quality and price ranges are aligned with Company standards. Works with vendors to resolve pricing and billing discrepancies
Reviews reports to track and analyze stock in warehouse, evaluate item movement from stores, and monitor late purchase orders and out of stock product
Orders category merchandise according to price deals and forecasted replenishment quantities
Makes recommendations that have a significant impact regarding the purchase of new items and reviews other recommendations
Studies market analysis of consumer trends, competitive pressures, best practices, and changing demographics to develop pricing strategies. Collaborates with category manager(s) to establish product pricing for retail stores
Resolves disputes between vendors, government inspectors, and Company quality control standards
Investigates store or customer complaints about product quality and works with category management partners to resolve
Communicates with vendors to resolve product damage and quality issues
Remains active in the planning and logistics of distribution to ensure delivery timing and product freshness are aligned with Company product quality standards
Performs accurate data entry functions for category products across all Company store banners. Maintains ad libraries and ensures accuracy of product information in the system
Assists category management personnel with ad templates and processes database changes in SAP
Investigates and resolves questions from retail personnel related to ad pricing and scanning communication
Monitors and validates electronic data files submitted by category management personnel
Coordinates the preparation, development, and execution of advertising vehicles up to the point the information is provided to the marketing department
Communicates item-specific information, such as ad pricing and scanning information, to retail partners through various forms of communication
Provides accounting department with information to resolve billing discrepancies related to vendor payments
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree in related field and five or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and/or higher education required
Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy
Intermediate knowledge of assigned category products and vendors
Intermediate mathematical skills
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with vendors
Ability to effectively negotiate with vendors
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form with partners, customers, and vendors
Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence
Ability to show information in presentation or diagram form
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret information
Ability to reason, form concepts and recognize and solve problems
Ability to research information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
Ability to learn new technology systems, methods and processes
Ability to occasionally travel to off-site and out-of-town locations with possible overnight stays
Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays
Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible
Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor
Preferred
Intermediate knowledge of SAP reporting applications preferred
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage.
Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to.
Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most.
Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth.
Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun.
Company
Brookshire Grocery Company
Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a Tyler, TX-based regional food chain that has been providing families with quality foods since 1928.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carolyn Hutson
EVP - CFO. Retired Jan 2016
Michael Arnett
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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