Sr Manager CategoryFood and Beverage Job Knoxville area,Tennessee USA,Management

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to lead a category team and manage a category (or categories) of products with the goal of increasing sales and gross profit dollars.

Develop and own annual category plan and three-year strategic vision for each category; write and present annual budget plan to senior team

Review category monthly and yearly performance financials and monthly review of profit and loss (P&L) performance

Drive category review planning and presentation with direct report category team and support teams

Maintain in-depth knowledge of all contracts and obligations to ensure that both Pilot Flying J (PFJ) and vendor adhere to the agreed-upon term and spirit of the contract or agreement

Participate in industry events that add value to business planning process

Visit stores to engage customers and team members in category directional feedback on products and promotions

Lead vendor process including review of new products, business planning, cost negotiations, RFP execution, and supply chain management

Maintain active involvement in inventory management and controls

Study industry and category trends to support planning and development process

Supervise and provide daily oversight of direct reports; select, coach, train and develop direct reports, to include appraising job performance and conducting performance reviews

Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and members are supported at the highest level

Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Complete other duties as assigned

Partner with culinary, innovation, and brand teams to deliver annual profit plan

Partner with operations teams to ensure training and operational excellence

Collaborate with brand and marketing teams on promotions and merchandising strategy

Develop category business plans including product assortment, pricing, LTO’s, and promotional calendars

Ownership and cross collaboration across food & beverage category teams

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field of study preferred
Minimum five years’ category management

Specialized Knowledge

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Minimum five years’ experience in food service or beverage service category management required

Competencies

Ability to think strategically and analytically in day-to-day decisions and long-range planning
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others on the team to do the same
Ability to work independently or collaboratively on tasks
Strong and effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to model agility and work effectively in a fast-paced, frequently changing business environment
Ability to adapt to new technologies

Travel

Travel required less than 25%, overnight may be required

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Benefits

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Fuel Discount
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite Gym and Cafeteria
Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

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