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Category Manager at Cash-Wa Distributing of Fargo

Posted in Purchasing - Procurement 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Fargo, North Dakota





Job Description:

CATEGORY MANAGER

Cash-Wa Distributing is a family owned company that believes in excellent customer service, integrity, and growth for both our associates and customers. We are currently searching for a Category Manager to help lead our team of buyers and merchandisers by developing the overall strategy for product categories while being responsible for the product assortment, pricing, and promotion. This role is also a leader in solving problems and managing through change and ambiguity.  The successful candidate will thrive in analyzing data, uncovering opportunities, and executing a plan of action to improve profitability and efficiencies.  If you are looking for a place where you can have real impact on company goals and success, Cash-Wa may be the right fit for you! This role reports to the Director of Category Management.

 Responsibilities:


  • Negotiates supplier programs to improve and exceed the funding budget

  • Review, analyze and implement supply chain efficiencies, including cost of goods improvement, logistics improvement, days on hand and terms

  • Establishes annual category objectives and plans and communicates appropriately

  • Works with cross-functional teams to achieve target profit margins across all categories

  • Understands & studies industry trends, emerging concepts and market segments

  • Works closely with the sales team to determine optimal pricing and assortment through analysis of sales trends, competitors, and market indicators

  • Works closely with Marketing to develop Merchandising and promotional activities

  • Communicates strategies and initiatives with senior leadership

  • Responsible for regular review of vendor contracts

  • Prepares and analyzes applicable reports and summaries

  • Has bias for action and is self-motivated to exceed goals and objectives

  • Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

 Qualifications:


  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred

  • Three years of experience in Category or Product Management, Buying, Purchasing, or in a high-level Analyst role required

  • Food industry experience in purchasing, sales or food facility management strongly preferred

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to earn trust and develop strong vendor and customer relationships

  • Highly proficient in Excel and analyzing data

Other Skills:


  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to build strong, cohesive teams

  • Superior negotiation skills

  • Proven ability to problem solve in a fast paced, high production environment

  • Self-motivated, ability to work independently and make sound decisions

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Disabled





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