Walgreens

Category Manager, Grocery, Household & General Merchandise

Walgreens

Deerfield, IL, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and results-oriented Category Manager, Grocery, Household & General Merchandise at Walgreens to join our team and drive our business to the next level. As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies and tactics to maximize sales, profit and customer loyalty. This position requires in-depth knowledge of the grocery, household, and general merchandise categories and the ability to develop creative and innovative solutions to maximize profitability.The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field, with a minimum of 5 years experience in a key category management role. He/she must have an in-depth knowledge of the competitive landscape, and the ability to analyze category performance and deliver insights. Additionally, the successful candidate will have excellent communication and project management skills, and be able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.If you have the drive and enthusiasm to make an impact, then we want to hear from you. Take the opportunity to join our team and help shape our future!

Where is this job?
This job is located at Deerfield, IL, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Or Related Field

  • Marketing

  • Bachelor's Degree In Business Administration

  • Excellent Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills

  • - Years Of Progressively Responsible Experience In Grocery

  • Household And General Merchandise Categories

  • Proven Track Record In Managing And Growing Sales And Profits

  • Extensive Knowledge Of The Grocery

  • Strong Understanding Of Industry Trends And Competitive Landscape

  • Ability To Develop And Maintain Strong Working Relationships With Vendors

  • Outstanding Project Management And Organizational Skills

  • Excellent Communication

  • Negotiation

Required Skills
  • Budgeting

  • Planning

  • Forecasting

  • Merchandising

  • Pricing

  • Promoting

  • Negotiating

  • Analyzing

  • Collaborating

  • Selling

  • Developing

  • Strategic

  • Inventorying

  • Executing

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Multitasking

  • Negotiation

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Category Manager, Grocery, Household & General Merchandise in Deerfield, IL, USA is $66,000 - $85,000. This range is based on salary data from employers, salary surveys, and third-party sources.

Additional Information
Walgreens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedApril 24th, 2023
Apply BeforeJune 21st, 2025
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About Walgreens

Walgreen Company or simply Walgreens is an American company that operates as the second-largest pharmacy store chain in the United States behind CVS Health. It specializes in filling prescriptions, health and wellness products, health information, and photo services.

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