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Senior Category Manager Jobs in Illinois

Senior Manager Category Development
By The HEINEKEN Company At Chicago, IL, United States
5+ years CPG category management experience
Exposure to retail account management and beverage distribution models preferred
Communicate and engage regularly with National Account Directors and Managers
Share Convenience channel-based insights and best practices with Category Development Managers and regional category development colleagues
Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills
Experience in VIP Karma and iDig is preferred
Senior Category Manager Jobs
By Bonduelle Fresh Americas At Chicago, IL, United States
2-3 years of experience in sales or category management within the retail consumer packaged goods.
Demonstrated success in category management or sales, including experience leading customer presentations
Good communication skills (both verbal and written); presentation experience preferred
Experience in the fresh-cut industry preferred.
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Travel to customer meetings, as needed and as requested.
Senior Director, Category Development
By Albertsons Companies At Boise Metropolitan Area, United States
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Minimum of 8 years' experience within Grocery or CPG businesses with at least 5 of those years in a leadership position.
Develop and Oversee Merchandise & Assortment Strategy
A bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing from a four-year college or university, MBA preferred.
The position will be hybrid and could be based in any of our division office locations.
What you will be doing
Senior Category Manager Jobs
By Virdis365 At Arlington Heights, IL, United States
At least 10+ years of experience in sourcing of multiple categories, with thorough understanding of Total Cost of Ownership,
Manage global teams, across different continents. Good Understanding of Make vs Buy analysis.
Previous experience with Commodity / category workouts, to develop healthy pipeline of projects.
At least 10 years of experience in Global Sourcing
A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
Drive the Consignment, Part Development & Long Term Supply Agreements with suppliers
Associate Category Manager, Us
By Getir At Chicago, IL, United States
Minimum of 2 years of Buying/Category Management experience within Food
Partner on local assortment strategies as well as seasonally relevant offers
Work closely with Demand Planners and Commercial Managers to assure the right quantities to order for each of our stores
Strong MS Office skills (specifically Excel and PowerPoint)
Establish an overall product portfolio that goes beyond meeting customer expectations, resulting in uncalculated customer delight
Be responsible for overall P&L responsibility for assigned categories
Category Manager, Us Jobs
By Getir At Chicago, IL, United States
Advanced computer skills; advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Synthesize multiple data sources including internal sales data and syndicated data to provide insights
Work cross-functionally with supply chain for accurate forecasts based on demand, seasonality, and promotions
Bachelor's degree in marketing, merchandising, business or related field
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Category Manager Jobs
By LaSalle Network At Itasca, IL, United States
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Act as the procurement and contract management expert for assigned product categories, specifically within the human resources function
Coordinate and lead planning continuous improvements initiatives as well as project management
Bachelor’s degree in business, purchasing, supply chain management or related field
Create statements of work that outline the technical requirements for vendors
Manage the negotiation of vendor terms and conditions and associated maintenance and support for agreements

Are you an experienced Senior Category Manager looking for a new challenge? We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team and help us drive our business forward. You will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving sales and profitability. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, then this is the job for you!

Overview A Senior Category Manager is responsible for leading the strategic development and execution of a product category or categories. They are responsible for driving sales and profitability, developing and executing marketing plans, and managing the product life cycle. They are also responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers. Detailed Job Description A Senior Category Manager is responsible for leading the strategic development and execution of a product category or categories. This includes developing and executing marketing plans, managing the product life cycle, and driving sales and profitability. The Senior Category Manager is also responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers. They must be able to analyze market trends and customer needs to develop strategies that will maximize sales and profitability. They must also be able to identify and develop new product opportunities. Job Skills Required
• Strategic planning and execution
• Market analysis and research
• Product life cycle management
• Vendor and supplier management
• Relationship building
• Negotiation and problem-solving
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Project management
• Communication and presentation
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or related field
• Proven track record of successful product launches and sales growth
• Strong understanding of the retail industry and customer needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of product life cycle management
• Knowledge of retail industry trends and customer needs
• Knowledge of market analysis and research
• Knowledge of strategic planning and execution
• Knowledge of vendor and supplier management
• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting
• Knowledge of project management
Job Experience
• 5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or related field
• Proven track record of successful product launches and sales growth
• Experience in developing and executing marketing plans
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Experience in analyzing market trends and customer needs
Job Responsibilities
• Develop and execute marketing plans to maximize sales and profitability
• Manage the product life cycle from concept to launch
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to develop strategies
• Identify and develop new product opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate contracts and resolve issues
• Monitor and report on budget and forecast
• Manage projects to ensure successful