Produce Category Manager
US Foods - lenexa, KS
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and implement operational strategy for the produce category across multiple Distribution Centers in alignment with company goals Work with regional teams and sourcing to execute initiatives and grow cases Analyze assortment and product penetration, coordinate with vendors to optimize product offering Gather local market data and report on new product opportunities and competitors Manage quality assurance team to ensure produce quality and integrity Facilitate product training and new product introductions with sales staff Support sales staff and coordinate customer programs Handle major account bids and coordinate customer on-boarding Qualifications Education/Training: Four-year college degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience Related Experience: Minimum 7 years category management experience required, ideally in the food service or food manufacturing industries Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to work effectively within a matrix organization and drive organizational transformations Strong business acumen, interpersonal skills, and presentation skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Created: 2024-10-01