Nelson-Jameson, Inc · 16 hours ago
Category Manager - Ingredients
Marshfield, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$58K/yr - $73K/yr
2+ years expNelson-Jameson, Inc is a trusted leader in the food manufacturing industry, providing high-quality products and innovative solutions since 1947. They are seeking a results-oriented Category Manager to manage a diverse portfolio of food processing ingredients, drive profitability through strategic marketing and sales efforts, and collaborate across departments to ensure product success.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMarketing
Responsibilities
Manage and optimize an assigned product portfolio, researching and sourcing new vendors and products to increase sales and profitability
Develop strong, strategic relationships with vendors to enhance product offerings and market performance
Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to ensure competitive advantage and maximize profitability
Establish, maintain, and communicate standard pricing, adjusting as necessary to improve margins
Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure proper inventory levels for the product portfolio
Analyze sales data to allocate resources, improve product performance, and identify trends or potential issues
Develop and execute marketing strategies for the product portfolio, working closely with the Marketing Department and other stakeholders
Measure and report on the effectiveness of marketing efforts, including ROI analysis
Ensure regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate quality documentation in coordination with the Regulatory Team
Collaborate with the Sales Team to define customer needs through site visits, samples, and trial events
Work with vendors to target key accounts, develop pricing programs, and encourage collaboration with sales representatives
Direct the duties of the Product Administrator for your assigned product line
Perform additional duties as needed to support business objectives
Qualification
Required
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience: 2+ years of experience in distribution, sales, or marketing
Strong knowledge of industry products and customer needs
Willingness & ability to travel occasionally for trade shows, training, or customer interaction
Preferred
Post-secondary education or coursework in business, marketing, sales, or a related field
Experience in the food processing industry is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Benefits with your choice of benefits to match your unique needs
401(k) with company match
Paid time off at time of hire
Annual allowance for company branded clothing
Annual Wellness Stipend & other wellness programs
Flexibility to work from home on an occasional basis
Company
Nelson-Jameson, Inc
Nelson-Jameson is a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor to the food processing industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-09-12
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