Category Manager - Food To Go
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About This Role
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Category Manager – Food to Go to lead and oversee the ready-to-eat and convenience food category within a retail environment.
The role is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that drive sales, profitability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction across ready-to-eat meals, snacks, sandwiches, salads, beverages, and other convenience food offerings.
Role Summary
The successful candidate will manage assortment planning, pricing strategies, supplier relationships, promotional activities, and inventory optimization while ensuring compliance with company standards and market competitiveness.
This role requires strong commercial acumen, analytical capability, and cross-functional collaboration with marketing, supply chain, and store operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies for Food to Go products, including assortment planning, pricing, and promotional activities.
- Manage product selection and optimize category performance to maximize sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Conduct market analysis and category performance reviews to identify trends, customer preferences, innovation opportunities, and range expansion possibilities.
- Oversee supplier negotiations and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure favorable commercial terms, product quality, and stock availability.
- Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, and store operations teams to improve product visibility, customer engagement, and operational execution.
- Analyze inventory and sales data to forecast demand, optimize supply planning, and maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Manage financial aspects of the category, including budgeting, cost control, and profitability performance.
- Ensure all products comply with food safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
- Lead, mentor, and develop team members while driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Set clear objectives, KPIs, and performance expectations aligned with business goals.
- Monitor category performance and implement corrective actions to improve commercial outcomes and customer experience.
Technical Competencies
- Food to Go Category Management
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Commercial Awareness
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Food to Go Category Management within the retail industry, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Relevant professional certifications in Category Management, Retail Management, or Supply Chain Management are an advantage.
- Strong understanding of ready-to-eat and convenience food retail operations.
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