Category Manager

This purpose of the Category Manager is to maximize category sales and gross profit within the assigned category, thereby effecting positive results on the company's overall market share. • Represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism, maintain a positive attitude and follow dress code • Maximize sales within assigned category in order to increase branch profitability and overall gross company profit • Manage the day-to-day tasks and perform training of 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 in order to achieve budgeted goals • Provide feedback to Director of Purchasing related to 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 categoryJob 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. Ability to 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.