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H-E-B · 8 hours ago

Business Development Manager - Bakery (Dallas)

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

H-E-B is dedicated to operating the best bakeries in the world, focusing on scratch-baked goods and an artisanal experience. The Business Development Manager for the Bakery department will curate, develop, and source a selection of baked items while enhancing the customer experience and collaborating with various teams to drive innovation.

Retail

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Using your passion for bakery and expertise in product, curate an exceptional assortment of products that reflect both local and international standards of excellence

Develop and implement merchandising strategies that highlight the uniqueness and freshness of our scratch baked offerings

Lead the product development process, from ideation and sourcing to execution across multiple stores

Collaborate with suppliers, chefs and internal partners to launch innovative and scalable product offerings to discerning customers who shop Central Market for the ultimate epicurean experience

Create and execute a strategic plan for the Bakery category that aligns with our high-end sourcing philosophy and our unique Central Market shopping experience

Stay ahead of market trends, customer preferences, and seasonal opportunities to drive category growth and innovation. At Central Market, we pride ourselves in being the first to market with exceptional product assortment- our BDM Category Managers aim to source, develop and curate unique assortment that our customers can’t find anywhere else

Identify and establish relationships with top-tier suppliers to source the finest baked items and ingredients

Manage supplier performance and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality products

Provide complete execution guidance and maintain collaborative partnerships with the store operations teams, staying aware of operational processes, challenges, ingredients, customer feedback, and other factors that impact the support needed from store teams

Inspire and influence store and operations teams by sharing your expertise and passion for bakery products. Provide training, product knowledge, and sales strategies to instill confidence and excitement about items, fostering a sense of ownership and pride

Create an inviting and educational shopping experience that enhances customers’ lives through a more fun and informed relationship with food

Support the development of promotional campaigns and in-store displays that engage customers and showcase the premium nature of our scratch bakeries

Promote sustainable sourcing practices and support initiatives that contribute to environmental and community well-being

Stay abreast of industry innovations and incorporate cutting-edge practices into category management

Ideate, plan, develop and execute industry leading innovations for all Central Market stores

Monitor category performance through sales data, market analysis, and partner and customer feedback

Generate actionable insights to drive profitability, optimize assortment, and improve operational efficiency. Scorecard includes Sales, Gross Profit, Contribution, Innovation, Central Market Shopping Experience

Qualification

Product DevelopmentSourcingSupplier ManagementCategory Strategy DevelopmentMarket Trend AnalysisCustomer Experience EnhancementSustainability PracticesPerformance AnalysisCollaboration