Category Manager

Are you passionate about promoting healthy and sustainable living through natural and organic products? United Natural Foods-UNFI is seeking a dynamic and driven Category Manager to join our team. As a leader in the natural and organic food industry, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products. We are looking for a highly organized and strategic individual with a strong understanding of the natural and organic market to oversee our product categories. If you are a natural leader with a passion for wellness and a knack for identifying market trends, we want to hear from you!

• Develop and implement category strategies and plans to drive growth and profitability in the natural and organic product market
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitor activity
• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate pricing, promotions, and product assortment to ensure competitive advantage
• Manage product assortment and inventory levels to ensure availability and minimize waste
• Monitor and analyze sales data to make recommendations for product selection and pricing
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as suppliers, distributors, and internal teams
• Stay current on industry trends and consumer preferences to inform product selection and merchandising strategies
• Lead a team of category specialists and provide guidance, support, and mentorship to achieve business objectives
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, such as marketing, sales, and operations, to ensure alignment and execution of category strategies
• Develop and manage budgets and monitor key performance indicators to track category performance and make data-driven decisions.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Category Manager in Providence, RI, USA is $75,000 to $110,000 per year. This range may vary depending on the specific industry, company, and level of experience of the individual. Some Category Managers may also receive bonuses or commission as part of their compensation package.

UNFI was founded in 1996 by the merger of two regional distributors, Mountain People's Warehouse (founded in 1976, serving the Western U.S.) and Cornucopia Natural Foods (founded in 1977, serving the Eastern U.S.), forming the first natural products distributorship with national scope. Since 1996, other regional distributors have merged with UNFI, filling in the distribution footprint and making UNFI the largest distributor of natural products.