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Category Specialist - Austin, TX at United Natural Foods Inc

Posted in Management 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Austin, Texas





Job Description:

Job Overview: 

Partner with Customer to implement category marketing and promotional programs. Assist and

educate Customer in category offering, maximize sales and help grow company product offering. This role will collaborate with the Customer to achieve sales objectives.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities: 


  • Lead contact for Category expansion project with Customer.

  • Report competitive information and category trends to Customer.

  • Oversee category development of Customer.

  • Write and process various reporting as necessary.

  • Respond to requests from Customer and internal departments.

  • Display or demonstrate product, applies knowledge of products and services and demonstrate benefits and features to promote category.

  • Attend regular sales meetings and trade shows as needed.

  • View or retrieve essential Customer information, analyze missed opportunities for sales and review potential sales with Customer.

  • Complete department projects as needed.

Job Requirements:


  • Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field.

  • 2-4 years related experience and/or training.

  • Project management experience preferred.

  • Knowledge of product specific to category including basic department operations.

  • Ability to analyze and determine sales opportunities.

  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Customer.

  • Understanding of sales forecasting, programs, promotions and related techniques.

  • Knowledge of Microsoft suite, Access and database software.

  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Excellent negotiation, organization and planning skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.





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