Produce Category Manager

7 months ago

Kitchener, Canada Flanagan Foodservice Full time

At Flanagan Foodservice, we're more than just the biggest family-owned food distributor in Canada; we're a dynamic hub of innovation, creativity, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional service. For nearly 50 years, we've been on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. The foodservice landscape is thrilling and challenging, and as we reshape our business, we're on the hunt for imaginative minds, business strategists, and food lovers. Are you prepared to be part of the legacy?

**A Culture of Innovation and Creativity**: We value fresh ideas and perspectives, innovation and collaboration, where employees can thrive and make meaningful impact. If you're passionate about making a difference, you'll fit right in.

**Family Values and Professional Opportunities**: Experience the integrity of a family-owned business combined with the exciting growth opportunities of a leading industry player who is scaling up quickly with technology.

**Outstanding Employee Benefits**: From profit-sharing, pension programs and comprehensive health benefits, we invest in your well-being. We celebrate and reward your achievements.

**Personal and Professional Growth**: We champion your growth with a wide range of career advancement opportunities tailored to your strengths and aspirations. There is no better pairing than a foodie with an awesome career in the foodservice industry

We are currently hiring a Produce Category Manager in Kitchener. If you’re highly motivated and are ready for an exciting career that will shape the future of the foodservice industry, we want to hear from you.

**Position Summary**:
**Schedule**: Monday - Friday, Hybrid: 3 Days in Office, 2 Days Remote

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Create and execute a comprehensive strategy for the produce category, including planning, pricing strategy, promotional planning, and vendor management.
- Develop forecasting and achieve category sales goals, profit dollars and growth objectives.
- Analyze produce category data including sales performance, market trends, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Serve as the Produce Subject Matter Expert (SME), staying abreast of category trends, commodity markets information, line product performance, competitor’s knowledge and local preferences (traveling as needed).
- Direct involvement and management of new product listing decisions and promotional initiatives.
- Lead cross-functional teams to execute category initiatives, including new product launches, promotional campaigns and initiatives.
- Manage selected supplier and vendor relationships; interview and negotiate with growers, brokers and distributors.
- Manage vendor relationships, including negotiation of pricing, terms, and contracts, to ensure the best possible assortment and pricing for customers.
- Manage assortment (including item setup & maintenance), follow and help shape pricing strategy, and lead shelf allocation process.
- Develop, implement and monitor seasonal product assortment.
- Support development of marketing strategies for applicable categories.
- Work collaboratively with all departments across the organization.
- Educate team members on existing and new products.
- Participate in special projects as assigned.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards, and work with relevant stakeholders to address issues or concerns in a timely manner.
- Drive continuous improvement to support the growth of the produce category, through data-driven analysis, and collaboration with internal teams.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, agriculture or related field preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in one of the following areas: replenishment buying/procurement, merchandising, category management, Foodservice operations and/or brand management. Including vendor negotiations, Market price setting, margin management and promotional planning.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME): Fresh Produce.
- Deep understanding of produce industry dynamics, including supply chain management, sourcing practices, and quality standards.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful category strategies that drive sales and profitability.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position independently and with mínimal supervision.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities to drive results within a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and draw insights.
- Strong organization skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to travel independently.

**Unique Requirements**:

- The role has direct reports

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