Category Manager - Asparagus
Full Time
Mid Level
5+ years
Posted 4 weeks ago Expired
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Lead the development and execution of category and supply plan strategy for the Robinson Fresh division, focusing on asparagus. Cultivate strong relationships with growers and shippers to optimize supply mix, devise pricing strategies, and streamline workflows, aiming for growth and risk minimization.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day category management operations, including communication, execution, quoting, contract proposals, service level management, and reporting
- Develop and implement a robust supply plan and strategy to drive category growth and profitability, meeting customer requirements
- Actively manage new grower/shipper prospects and collaborate with sales to achieve customer targets
- Cultivate and leverage grower relationships to drive continuous improvement in performance
- Educate internal teams on category specifics and actively contribute to various aspects of the supply chain
- Make pricing decisions for transactions, promotions, and contracts to optimize category performance
- Participate in customer meetings as the category subject matter expert, showcasing expertise
- Drive category innovation to enhance competitiveness in the market
- Manage personnel within the category when needed, contributing to a high-performing team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum of 5 years of fresh produce experience
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 5 years of fresh produce experience
Nice to Have
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Strategic and innovative mindset
- Strong financial acumen
- Proficient in data analysis and problem-solving
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in negotiation, pricing strategy, and program development
- Deep understanding of the grower/shipper side of the produce industry
- Exceptional relationship-building skills
- Strong team player with leadership experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
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* Required skills
Benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Enhanced Fertility benefits
2 paid floating holidays
Charitable Giving Match Program
Paid parental leave
Flexible spending accounts
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Paid observed holidays
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Career development, networking, and team-building opportunities
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dental
Vision
Medical plans
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
401(k) with 6% company matching