Category Development Analyst

4 weeks ago


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

About Foodbuy

We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions, a subsidiary of Compass Group PLC. Our company culture is entrepreneurial, yet 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.

Why Work with Us?

We care about our associates, clients, and community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong, and our compensation packages are competitive. We are constantly growing, and we want our associates' careers to grow along with us.

Our Values

We follow a value system called People FIRST, which stands for Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability, and Transparency. This is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Category Development Analyst - Smallwares to support our category managers by providing crucial analytics and handling supplier programs. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams and the supplier base within assigned categories, delivering insights and recommendations to drive category development process and continuous management of categories through analysis, reporting, modeling, and data mining.

Responsibilities:

  • Ad hoc analysis, compliance reports, market trends, pricing and rebate databases, marketing/communication opportunities, and opportunity analysis
  • Support the development of category plans, joint business plans/reviews, and presentation materials for key strategic supplier and customer partnerships
  • Leading the roll-out, implementation, and communication of new programs or program changes/conversion initiatives adhering to company processes and timelines
  • Monthly income by supplier (IBS) forecasting preparation, variance analysis, and tracking against budget
  • Conducting income analysis, forecast changes, or performing any other duties supporting category income drivers
  • Liaison with cross-functional groups to ensure timely management of termsets, MOGs, catalogs, and other system needs
  • Find opportunities and make recommendations as they relate to contract coverage, conversion opportunities, pricing/volume allowance, new programs, and contracts
  • Work with suppliers on issue resolution
  • Complete system data accuracy and maintenance - term set management, price releases, price audits, non-transactional, subscriptions, item mapping, and manufacturer catalog
  • Support required internal processes including budgeting, pricing, product recommendations, etc.
  • Ensure excellent execution of programs and team's required processes

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain, category, finance, or related field; supplier management experience preferred
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Sense of urgency, excellent customer service skills, and demeanor
  • Ability to manage complex competing priorities with strict deadlines and attention to detail
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)


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