Field Category Manager - Alcohol

Job description

Essential Functions: Strategic & Category Management - Support national and regional merchandising strategies through execution of local assortment plans and category initiatives. - Develop and maintain category schematics and planograms in alignment with strategic objectives. - Establish, monitor, and forecast gross margin performance, sales volume, and profitability for assigned categories. - Conduct annual category reviews, budgets, and performance analyses; recommend corrective actions as needed. Pricing, Promotions & Sales Growth: - Own frontline and promotional pricing decisions for local assortments. - Increase sales and revenue by developing promotional concepts, overlay programs, and local assortment enhancements. - Analyze category sales, margins, and KPI performance; maintain accurate records of item cost, retail, and margin dollars. Vendor & Cross-Functional Collaboration: - Manage local vendor relationships, including negotiating cost, terms, and product offerings. - Maintain strong relationships with local and national vendors by providing guidance, resolving concerns, and sharing business insights. - Partner with operations, merchandising, and business unit teams to...