must have 5+ year of experience in working with a grocery store on supermarket environment Overview: The Category Manager/Buyer is responsible for
sourcing, purchasing, and managing the store's product categories to ensure the availability of high-quality items at competitive prices. This role involves analyzing market trends, supplier relationships, inventory levels, and customer demand to make strategic purchasing decisions that support the overall retail business strategy. The Category Buyer plays a key role in ensuring the store's shelves are stocked with the right products at the right time, and at the right price.
Responsibilities:- Identify, source, and select suppliers for product categories based on quality, price, and supply chain reliability.
- Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers to maximize cost-effectiveness while maintaining product quality.
- Place and manage orders, ensuring that stock levels align with demand forecasts and sales trends.
- Manage and oversee the assigned product category, ensuring a diverse and competitive range of products that meet customer needs.
- Conduct regular analysis of sales data, customer trends, and market conditions to optimize product selection and assortment.
- Monitor stock levels and sales trends to ensure optimal inventory turnover and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
- Collaborate with the store operations team and inventory control to ensure product availability while minimizing waste, especially for perishable goods.
- Develop and implement pricing strategies that align with market conditions and profitability goals.
- Regularly review cost structures and identify opportunities for cost savings through bulk purchasing, discounts, or alternative suppliers.
- Prepare regular reports on category performance, sales trends, and supplier performance for management review.
Required Skills:- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Retail, or a related field or equivalent to 3-5 years of experience in buying, procurement, or category management within a retail or supermarket environment.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing and category management, within the retail industry.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of retail buying processes, inventory management, and pricing strategies.
- Preferred Bilingual (Spanish).