Raley's Associate Category Manager of Fresh - Sacramento, CA
On-siteWest Sacramento, California, United States
Job Summary
Execute category management strategies by conducting buying and merchandising activities, analyzing performance via scorecards and P&Ls, and optimizing assortment plans to drive sales and profitability. Support promotional planning, pricing analysis, and vendor funding management while building supplier partnerships to ensure product availability and secure favorable terms. Research emerging trends, evaluate product performance, and present recommendations to leadership for new product launches and assortment optimization. This on-site role in West Sacramento requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of grocery retail experience, with final candidates needing permanent residency in California or Nevada.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Two (2) or more years of related grocery, merchandising, retail buying, category management, or management experience
- Knowledge of buying, merchandising, retail operations, and category management fundamentals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn and utilize merchandising and reporting software tools
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment
- Permanent residency in California or Nevada
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