Category Manager (Beer, Wine & Spirits)

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Negotiates with vendors for cost of goods, promotional dollars, rebates, delivery terms, payment terms and growth incentives within corporate guidelines.
• Becomes the category leader during major category reviews and analysis.
• Is responsible for inter departmental communication among all related areas that are affected by and have an effect on the category being reviewed.
• Maintains awareness in market trends and analyzes market data from IRI, Nielsen and other reliable sources.
• Stays updated on all competitive situations for key items and reacts when necessary.
• Interviews vendors for new product presentations and makes decision on new items.
• Determines what products will be advertised and promoted in the stores.
• Analyzes product profitability, selection, display and assortment using category management practices.
• Able to analyze external and internal data, interpret and make decisions and recommendations to management based off of this data.
• Works with corporate brands to develop private label product line to enhance sales and profits.
• Works with Replenishment Buyer in managing inventory turns, service level, order cycles, deal implementation and general supply chain practices.
• Budgets and monitors sales and margin plans of assigned categories in accordance with company overall goals.
• Audits competitive product selection displays and pricing through on-site visits.
• Directs merchandising and pricing departments to maximize sales and profits in assigned categories.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university, two years relevant experience, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Retail Management Program Certification desired.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills both oral and written.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze external and internal data, interpret and make decisions and recommendations to management based off of this data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

COMPENSATION

The starting salary for this position is $100,000.00. The actual starting pay will be determined by a number of qualifications; including, experience and relevant skills.