Rhee Bros., LLC. is one of the largest importers of Asian food in the United States. Our mission is to provide our customers with best-in-class distribution services through innovative products, sourcing, and logistics solutions in Pan-Asian Food. Located in Hanover, MD, Rhee Bros currently serves independent Asian retailers, wholesale grocery and chain retailers, food service distributors, chain restaurants, and manufacturers. At Rhee Bros, our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. For two generations, we’ve become more diverse with talented professionals from all walks of life and backgrounds, and we aim to continue that tradition for years to come.
The physical heart of Rhee Brothers is our main distribution center in Hanover, MD. Our warehouse and transportation teams handle over 25,000 cases of dry, refrigerated, and frozen products every day. Food quality is paramount to our customers, and we pride ourselves on the safety and cleanliness of our warehouse in Irwindale, CA and Hanover, MD. Rhee Bros is a third-party food safety audited facility.
Job Title: Associate Category Manager
Reports to: Director - Category Management
Work Location: Hanover, MD
The Associate Category Manager is responsible for executing daily operational tasks related to food imports, product data management, and cross-functional communication.
This role focuses on process accuracy, documentation control, regulatory compliance, and internal coordination, rather than strategic sourcing or negotiation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable managing repetitive operational workflows in a fast-paced food distribution environment.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing Operations Support
- Maintain accurate cost and vendor documentation
- Coordinate with overseas / domestic suppliers regarding product development
- Support landed cost updates and documentation filing
Product Information and Data Management
- Maintain SKU master data (dimensions, HTS codes, country of origin, allergens, shelf life, etc.)
- Upload and update product information in ERP system
- Ensure labeling compliance documentation is archived
- Support internal audits related to product documentation
Cross-functional Coordination
- Communicate product lifecycle management updates with:
Sales team, Warehouse team, Accounting team, QA / Compliance team
- Respond to internal operational inquiries
- Support recurring reporting tasks
- Participating in weekly operations meetings
Key Competencies
- Process-oriented mindset
- High accuracy and documentation discipline
- Ability to manage repetitive tasks without quality loss
- Time management and prioritization of skills
- Clear internal communication
- Problem escalation awareness
Performance Metrics (KPI)
- On-time documentation completion rate
- ERP data accuracy
- Internal response time
Requirements
- Bachelors' degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related field (or equivalent level hands-on experience)
- 1-3 years of experience in import, logistics, purchasing, or operations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong follow-up and communication skills
- Experience in food distribution or FMCG industry preferred
- Knowledge of FDA, USDA and Custom regulations preferred
- Experience working with overseas or domestic food manufacturers preferred
Rhee Bros., LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
