category business manager

2 weeks ago

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Compass Group USA Full time


CATEGORY BUSINESS MANAGERClick Here to Apply OnlineJob Description Who is Foodbuy?We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions.

We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company.

We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses.

We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group which is the world's largest contract food and support services provider.

Why Foodbuy?We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates' careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment. Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST, which stands for Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability and Transparency. People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates.

Job SummaryThe primary duty of this position is the day-to-day execution alongside of the channel category business management team and the category development team aligning customer needs with commercial opportunities in order to maximize the value of negotiated programs.

Duties include project management with multiple customers, hands-on analysist and building relationships with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities:


Identify cost reduction opportunities for customers while increasing preferred supplier sales and company revenueWorking with channel category business managers, gain customer commitment to convert product purchases to negotiated supplier programs to achieve cost savings and margin improvementsManage supplier base to provide best value and support for our customers, holding both ourselves and our supplier base accountable for most competitive programs possible and a great service experienceIdentify cost reduction opportunities for customers while increasing preferred supplier sales and company revenueDevelop and execute a category strategy with manager's support that meets company and customer targetsEstablish price benchmarks and negotiate with suppliers to ensure our programs are competitive for customers in all business segmentsProvide support with customer culinary team and supplier partners to identify product recommendations based on quality, value, yield, application, etc.

Work cross-functionally to manage the implementation of new contracts or program changesAct as lead resource for customer requests related to assigned categoriesWork with Human Resources staff to recruit, interview, select, hire, and employ an appropriate number of employeesProvide oversight and direction to the employees in the department in accordance with the organization's policies and proceduresCoach, mentor and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunitiesPerform other duties as assigned Qualifications:5+ years of category management, or customer account management experienceBachelor's degree strongly recommended or equivalent work experienceExperience of broader aspects of supply chain, as well as providing evidence of a broader business perspective such as balancing cost, value, risk & opportunityAbility to extract insights from complex data sets using advanced excel skillsHigh attention to detail and exceptional work qualityStrong networking skills, ability to influence and get things done through informal as well as formal channelsEvidence of an ability to work cross-functionally and influence at senior levelsExcellent customer/client relationship building skills, both internally and externallyStrong influencing skills to persuade people's attitudes, behaviors, and decisions to desired resultsStrong negotiation experienceOutstanding presentation skillsHigh proficiency level with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint requiredTravel rarely required, but could be up to 5% annually Apply to Foodbuy todayFoodbuy is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass StoryCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer.

At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.


Disclaimer:

this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits.
MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)

Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Req ID:1257304FoodbuyMIRANDA CARTERET[[req_classification]]

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