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Category Manager - Produce & Floral
Associated Grocers, Inc. —Baton Rouge, LA
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Category Manager - Produce & Floral

Associated Grocers, Inc. -
Baton Rouge, LA

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Job Details

Benefits

401(k)
Paid time off

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Employee relationship building

Full Job Description

Ready to elevate your career? Associated Grocers is the company for you! We're currently seeking a Category Manager - Produce & Floral to join our dynamic team. The Category Manager – Produce & Floral is responsible for driving sales growth and profitability through strategic sourcing, assortment planning, and effective price negotiation to meet retailer needs. This role evaluates product performance and develops impactful promotional strategies that align with corporate initiatives. The position also oversees inventory and service levels to ensure optimal in-stock performance. By building strong relationships with retailers, account managers, vendors, and brokers, the Category Manager identifies opportunities and delivers programs that support category growth and overall business success.

Competitive pay, weekly paychecks, a comprehensive benefits package, 401(k) retirement plan, Paid Time Off starting at hire, and a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Negotiate cost and recommend item, price and quantity needs for all promotional activities.

Monitor vendor price list and initiate price changes.

Meet with vendors to discuss new items, deal sheets, price changes and slow moving items.

Analyze categories for correct product mix.

Evaluate slow moving items for discontinuing.

Responsible for procuring and managing the inventory and service levels to meet the needs of the customer and corporate goals.

Manages freight operations by collaborating with vendors and the internal freight management team to ensure efficient, cost-effective logistics.

Monitor inventory positions and insure corporate turn goals met.

Work with retail merchandising team to increase sales through current merchandising programs or new programs.

Assist in food show and seminar preparations.

Assist Retailers with problems.

Visit stores to improve communication and awareness of retailers’ needs.

Monitor category profits and sales to meet company goals.

Work closely with operations personnel to positively impact overall corporate results.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or equivalent experience is required.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Applications including Excel and Word.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Maintain an appropriate motor vehicle record.

Other Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of produce/perishable products and markets

Outstanding negotiation skills

Good communication and organizational skills

Operate harmoniously and cooperatively with others within and outside of department. Must promote a positive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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