Category Manager

Description

Healthy Living is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Category Manager to join our Purchasing Team!

This role is ideal for someone who brings a balance of strategic thinking, analytical skill, and a genuine interest in high-quality food and products. As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of assigned categories, including product selection, vendor partnerships, pricing, promotions, and ongoing analysis. You will play a key role in maintaining an assortment that meets guest expectations while supporting financial goals and remaining aligned with Healthy Living’s mission and ingredient standards.

At Healthy Living, how we work matters as much as what we accomplish. This role requires collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you enjoy owning your work, working cross-functionally, and contributing to a value-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.

• Curate and manage product assortments that support customer needs, sales performance, and margin objectives
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors and products aligned with Healthy Living’s quality and ingredient standards
• Oversee new product setup, slotting, shelf placement, and discontinuations
• Review and respond to customer product requests in a timely and thoughtful manner

• Conduct regular category reviews using business intelligence tools
• Analyze sales, margin, and space-to-sales data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Lead category resets, including planogram coordination and execution support

• Maintain category margins through strategic pricing and cost management
• Plan and execute promotions, including Temporary Price Reductions
• Manage trade programs to maximize available funding
• Build and maintain accurate Trade Master files and ensure pricing accuracy across systems
• Create, execute and report on bi-weekly and monthly promotional planning (MAP, SIP, TRACE)

• Develop and maintain productive vendor relationships
• Partner closely with Buyers, Operations, Trade Management, and Marketing teams
• Communicate promotional plans and category updates clearly and consistently

• Collect product images, brand information, and promotional assets from vendors
• Review marketing materials to ensure accuracy in pricing and product details

• 3+ years of experience in retail category management, buying, or merchandising
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with retail math and performance metrics
• Experience with retail systems, POS, and inventory management tools
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and vendor relationship management skills
• Demonstrated alignment with Healthy Living’s Eight Essential Behaviors

• Experience in natural or organic grocery retail
• Experience with trade management systems
• Knowledge of planogram development and space management principles
• Familiary with Power BI, SPINS and other analytics tools

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay Range: $70,000–$80,000 annually, depending on experience

Healthy Living offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance (75% employer-paid for single coverage)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer Contributions to Dependent Care FSAs
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave (up to 8 weeks)
• Generous Employee Discount
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match (100% vested immediately)
• Income Advance Program
• Complimentary Boston Celtics Tickets

Healthy Living is committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work. We look forward to connecting with candidates who share our commitment to quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.