Sr Manager, Category-Food and Beverage

Knoxville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to lead a category team and manage a category (or categories) of products with the goal of increasing sales and gross profit dollars.

Develop and own annual category plan and three-year strategic vision for each category; write and present annual budget plan to senior team
Review category monthly and yearly performance financials and monthly review of profit and loss (P&L) performance
Drive category review planning and presentation with direct report category team and support teams
Maintain in-depth knowledge of all contracts and obligations to ensure that both Pilot Flying J (PFJ) and vendor adhere to the agreed-upon term and spirit of the contract or agreement
Participate in industry events that add value to business planning process
Visit stores to engage customers and team members in category directional feedback on products and promotions
Lead vendor process including review of new products business planning cost negotiations RFP execution and supply chain management
Maintain active involvement in inventory management and controls
Study industry and category trends to support planning and development process
Supervise and provide daily oversight of direct reports; select coach train and develop direct reports to include appraising job performance and conducting performance reviews
Model behaviors that support the companys common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules regulations policies and procedures
Complete other duties as assigned
Partner with culinary innovation and brand teams to deliver annual profit plan
Partner with operations teams to ensure training and operational excellence
Collaborate with brand and marketing teams on promotions and merchandising strategy
Develop category business plans including product assortment pricing LTOs and promotional calendars
Ownership and cross collaboration across food & beverage category teams

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
Bachelors degree in business or related field of study preferred
Minimum five years category management

Specialized Knowledge

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Minimum five years experience in food service or beverage service category management required

Competencies

Ability to think strategically and analytically in day-to-day decisions and long-range planning
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others on the team to do the same
Ability to work independently or collaboratively on tasks
Strong and effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to model agility and work effectively in a fast-paced frequently changing business environment
Ability to adapt to new technologies

Travel

Travel required less than 25% overnight may be required

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Additional Information :

Benefits

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Fuel Discount
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite Gym and Cafeteria
Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

The purpose of this job is to lead a category team and manage a category (or categories) of products with the goal of increasing sales and gross profit dollars.Develop and own annual category plan and three-year strategic vision for each category; write and present annual budget plan to senior teamR...

The purpose of this job is to lead a category team and manage a category (or categories) of products with the goal of increasing sales and gross profit dollars.

Develop and own annual category plan and three-year strategic vision for each category; write and present annual budget plan to senior team
Review category monthly and yearly performance financials and monthly review of profit and loss (P&L) performance
Drive category review planning and presentation with direct report category team and support teams
Maintain in-depth knowledge of all contracts and obligations to ensure that both Pilot Flying J (PFJ) and vendor adhere to the agreed-upon term and spirit of the contract or agreement
Participate in industry events that add value to business planning process
Visit stores to engage customers and team members in category directional feedback on products and promotions
Lead vendor process including review of new products business planning cost negotiations RFP execution and supply chain management
Maintain active involvement in inventory management and controls
Study industry and category trends to support planning and development process
Supervise and provide daily oversight of direct reports; select coach train and develop direct reports to include appraising job performance and conducting performance reviews
Model behaviors that support the companys common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules regulations policies and procedures
Complete other duties as assigned
Partner with culinary innovation and brand teams to deliver annual profit plan
Partner with operations teams to ensure training and operational excellence
Collaborate with brand and marketing teams on promotions and merchandising strategy
Develop category business plans including product assortment pricing LTOs and promotional calendars
Ownership and cross collaboration across food & beverage category teams

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
Bachelors degree in business or related field of study preferred
Minimum five years category management

Specialized Knowledge

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Minimum five years experience in food service or beverage service category management required

Competencies

Ability to think strategically and analytically in day-to-day decisions and long-range planning
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others on the team to do the same
Ability to work independently or collaboratively on tasks
Strong and effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to model agility and work effectively in a fast-paced frequently changing business environment
Ability to adapt to new technologies

Travel

Travel required less than 25% overnight may be required

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Additional Information :

Benefits

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Fuel Discount
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite Gym and Cafeteria
Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Culinary Experience
Restaurant Experience
Food Service
Hotel Experience
Taleo
Hospitality Experience
Bartending
Guest Relations Experience
Management Experience
POS
Supervising Experience
Micros POS

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