Produce Category Manager Jobs

Who are we?

Trader Joe's is your favorite neighborhood grocery store! With over 540 stores nationwide (and growing), we are the place to be. Looking for something delicious and a friendly conversation? At Trader Joe's, you can find both. We love being your first and favorite place to shop.

What do we do?

Do you like shopping at Trader Joe's? Then, maybe you'll love working with us. We are looking for an experienced Category Manager who is searching to use their comprehensive experience in Fresh Produce to bring exciting products and great value to our customers! Do you have experience in Produce packing and distribution? Do you love fruit and vegetables? If so, read on! We may have the role of a lifetime for you!

Trader Joe's is unlike any place you've ever worked. Trust us on that. The qualified Produce Category Manager has at least five years of Category Management experience in Fresh Produce, and is a raving fan of the Trader Joe's concept. A Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred. This role is based in our Boston, MA office.

The Category Manager:

• Works collaboratively with other departments.
• Is a skillful negotiator who is focused on obtaining the best value for our customers.
• "Owns" their category. Follows trends; articulates a strategy and vision for the category, stays informed about vendors, how weather/climate will affect the supply chain and capabilities; follow-up on the quality of inventory in warehouses.
• Offers a tightly edited assortment of products that keep shopping adventurous and fun.
• Has extensive Fresh Produce production and distribution experience.

The Category Manager is:

• Creative and purpose-driven, able to effectively execute ideas.
• Open and approachable.
• A raving fan of the Trader Joe's concept!
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.
• Self-guided and able to prioritize.

We want to hear from you!

We get a lot of resumes; so to help us get to know you better, please submit your resume and cover letter. When creating your cover letter, please answer these questions:

• What is your experience with fresh produce production and distribution?
• What makes you uniquely qualified for this position?

Trader Joe's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse Crew.