Assistant Category Manager

At Food LionAssociates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall success of Food Lion and in return we strive to provide all associates with a fulfilling work experience and reward performance and commitment. We are committed to the professional development of our associates through on-the-job learning opportunities and training.Position SummaryResponsible for producing a comprehensive and cohesive category strategy which successfully meets the needs of our customers and achieves category goals while supporting brand integrated business plans. Drive the day to day activities of a selling organization culture with a consumer-centric focus through Category Merchandising and Pricing (CMP) responsibilities. Responsible for thought leadership and category expertise around trends and category innovation.Principle Duties and ResponsibilitiesManages performance for assigned category including margin and shrinkResponsible for all category financial & customer metricsResponsible for procurement and replenishment (Fresh) and in stock position at the shelf (Center Store) Service levels inventory/days on hand forecasting and seasonal impacts)Responsible for talent planning team development and performance managementDevelops and executes customer-focused category plans and drives a selling cultureManages pricing for assigned categories and influences pricing strategySubject matter expert for assigned categoriesManages assortment and selection for assigned categories (f.e. final approval for all POG decisions)Drives product innovationVendor negotiation and relationshipsDevelops and builds strong teams Basic QualificationsExtensive knowledge of applicable practice areas i.e. Fresh or Center Store categories.Fresh Categories include but are not limited to: Produce Meat/Seafood HMS/Deli/BakeryCenter Store Categories are considered any category not listed in Fresh aboveStrong financial planning and budgeting experienceCross-functional leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to build cross-functional teamsDemonstrated management expertiseDemonstrated relationship management experience with vendors brokers and third party consultantsSeasoned level of knowledge for company business and industry practicesPreferred QualificationsMaster of Business Administration Degree (MBA)Experience leading during organizational change managementDemonstrated track record of developing othersKnowledge of merchandising management retail management replenishment and item management systemsFresh Category Management specific:Proficiency with Logistics as it plays a critical role with short shelf life productsProficiency with commissary operations and processesExpert in food preparation practices and overall food safety standardsKnowledge of local and state governmental impacts to selling fresh product (FDA USDA Weights/Measures etc.)EducationBachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.Experience5 - 8 years in Category ManagementMinimum of 8 years combined experience in retail merchandising pricing logistics supply chain procurement or distributionSkills and AbilitiesAbility to manage day to day activity in support of identified business area and functional area strategiesAbility to influence organizational alignment across multiple business areasAbility to take an educated risk with implementing programs that support consumer demands.Ability to negotiateAbility to think innovativelyDemonstrate a personal acceptance of change and the ability to adapt and drive changeDemonstrated ability to implement and analyze retail business using consumer insights and analyzing trends.Active listener with an ability to build trust across varying levels of the organizationHigh degree of credibility and the ability to work with and through all levels of managementExcellent organizational planning influence communication and presentation skillsSelf-motivated and persuasive in presenting and selling ideas and executing their implementationTravelTypically 8 - 12%Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related conditions) national origin age disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process please contact our Recruiting Department Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Abinitio,Aerospace Engineering,Corporate Relationship,Business Administration,Financial Reporting,Avionics Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1