Sr. Category Manager

Job description

Job Summary: - Manages an assigned product category to meet customer and Company objectives by establishing the long term vision and short term strategies handed down by the Orgill executive team through the VP of Merchandising. Duties and Responsibilities: - Leads and develops the merchandise Managers and Merchandising Analyst within their assigned group by example, coaching, mentorship, and teaching. Collaborates with their Sr. Inventory Planner counterparts where necessary. - Accountable for the vendor relationship. This includes sourcing, assortments, promotions, reviews, pricing, and revenue generation. - Manages the review process using the Strategic Category Analysis. - Enlists vendors to participate in Orgill buying events, physical markets, training opportunities, conferences, and other events. - Responds to questions and requests for information from vendors and internal/external customers. - Performs other duties as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Advanced knowledge of and ability in using various software applications, particularly Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint - Polished negotiation techniques. - Excellent analytical abilities with ability...