Foodbuy USA · 8 hours ago
CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - HYBRID, CHARLOTTE
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expFoodbuy USA is the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions, operating as a subsidiary of Compass Group PLC. The Category Development Manager will drive strategic initiatives focused on sustainability and carbon measurement, managing supplier relationships and developing category strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Data Collection & Management: Establishing systems for gathering consistent data from suppliers, business travel, waste, and other value chain activities
Strategy Development: Working with category teams, operations, and other departments to find and implement supplier decarbonization strategies
Reporting & Compliance: Preparing reports for internal stakeholders and external requirements (e.g., GHGP, CSRD, etc)
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with suppliers and customers to encourage and influence participation in emission reduction efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
Minimum of 4 years' experience in supply chain, category, sustainability or related field
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Ability to extract insights from complex data sets using advanced excel skills
Ability to influence through direct and indirect teams
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Up to 5% Travel Annually
Preferred
carbon measurement methodologies and tools experience preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Company
Foodbuy USA
Foodbuy, LLC is the foodservice industry’s leading procurement services organization focused on lowering purchasing and product costs for both our parent company, Compass Group, as well as for our clients and members.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Sanders
Retired CEO Foodservice & Restaurants - Strategic Advisor
Jason Marriott
Chief Financial Officer
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