Category Manager

A Category Manager oversees the performance of specific product categories within a retail environment. They focus on managing product assortments, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to enhance sales and customer satisfaction.

Breadfast is a dynamic organization focused on delivering efficient and innovative solutions within the food industry. The company appears to operate across multiple facets of supply chain management, including logistics and operations, with roles such as Logistics Team Lead - Food and Logistics Specialist - Food indicating a strong emphasis on managing food distribution and storage. Positions like Dark Store Manager and Assistant Dark Store Manager suggest the presence of modern fulfillment centers, likely supporting e-commerce or direct-to-consumer models. The inclusion of roles such as Inventory Accountant and Brand Manager points to structured financial oversight and brand development efforts. While the exact nature of Breadfast's business remains unspecified, the job titles imply a focus on food logistics, retail operations, and related support functions. The company likely serves various sectors within the food supply chain, including retail and international trade.

Role Objectives The Category Manager is responsible for driving the commercial performance of assigned categories through effective assortment management, pricing execution, promotional planning, supplier management, and data-driven decision making to achieve revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction targets. Roles & Responsibilities Deliver category revenue, profitability, and growth targets through effective commercial execution and supplier management. Execute category strategies and plans aligned with the overall commercial direction and business objectives. Analyze customer insights and market trends to identify opportunities that improve category performance and customer satisfaction. Manage pricing and promotion to incentivize trial and build retention Project and measure category sales and KPIs. Regularly share category performance with cross-department groups to align on opportunities for growth and improvement Work with supply & demand teams to create forecasts for new products volumes and to ensure product availability at all times Collaborate with marketing teams to inform new product launch campaigns as well as ongoing marketing for the category Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer behavior to provide recommendations that support category growth. Partner with Sourcing, Procurement, QA and Ops on any product issues, excess inventory or inventory shortages and address in a timely manner. Job Requirements: 3+ years of experience as a Category Manager or a similar role Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field Strong negotiation skills An analytical mind with a strategic ability High organizational skill Excellent interpersonal skills MS Office proficiency Show more