Category Manager (Pr...

Location: 601 Ben E Keith Way NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Responsibilities

Represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism, maintain a positive attitude and follow dress code

Maximize sales within assigned category to increase branch profitability and overall gross company profit

Manage day-to-day tasks and provide training to Purchasing Managers and Purchasing Assistants to ensure optimal performance of the Purchasing division

Perform administrative functions and data analysis supporting key sales initiatives, including retailer performance and various ad-hoc analysis to streamline and enhance the buying process

Manage vendor relationships to drive continuous improvement

Monitor performance of products within assigned category to achieve budgeted goals

Provide feedback to Director of Purchasing regarding performance of direct reports

Ensure quality and packaging standards are met and maintained

Educate District Sales Reps and associated personnel involved in the Purchasing function on products with assigned category

Qualifications

3 years of Purchasing or equivalent business experience

Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint applications

Previous management experience preferred

Valid driver’s license is required for driving to perform company business

Ability to write reports, correspondence and communications and effectively present information to vendors and employees in a written and/or verbal format

Ability to prioritize multiple projects, assignments and tasks, monitoring use of time and appropriately using equipment, facilities and materials to provide timely and quality responses

Ability to learn and use all Ben E. Keith applications

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related industry.

Benefits

Short and Long Term Disability

401K with matching contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Employee Credit Union

Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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