Responsible for driving profitable sales growth of the Center of the Plate categories, Beef, Pork, Poultry & Seafood within a region
Collaborates cross functionally (Sales, Supply Chain, Revenue Management) and across entities (Market, Corporate, Specialty)
Category expert that provides training, product information, regulatory guidance, and market cost guidance to internal and external customers in support of the center of the plate category
Align with SSMG teams to execute strategies
Identify business development opportunities, coordinate with sales teams (leaders, specialists, sales consultants) to propose new business
Analyze data and market insights to understand consumer needs and wants
Manage site specific market cost decisions on a weekly basis
Provide field feedback on strategies including advising on marketing materials to improve sales
Provide planning team with forecasts for product demand trends

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of degree sufficient to successfully perform essential job functions required
Master’s degree a plus
3+ years management/professional experience required (5+ years preferred)
Significant produce industry experience, sales, merchandising and/or operations experience within a retail, wholesale or distribution environment preferred
Strong written & verbal communications skills required
Strong excel skills preferred
Ability to manage & implement innovative strategies to maximize sales & gross profit potential while driving customer loyalty & MA engagement

Center of Plate Category Manager

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