Category Manager, Produce

Category Manager

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description

General Function :

Procures and merchandises product for Hy-Vee stores at the best quality / price relationship. Interprets customer, store and distribution demands; provides merchandising opportunities. Manages assigned categories from merchandise procurement through store distribution.

Core Competencies :

• Partnerships
• Growth mindset
• Results oriented
• Customer focused
• Professionalism

Reporting Relations :

Accountable and Reports to : Assistant Vice-President

Positions that Report to you : Purchasing Assistant

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities :

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics :

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements :

Working Conditions :

The duties of this position are performed in a general office setting. There is frequent pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects in a day.

Equipment Used to Perform Job :

Standard tools and equipment used to test, troubleshoot and train on forecasting software. Calculator, Fax, copier, telephone, printer and PC with Microsoft Office programs.

Financial Responsibility :

None.

Contacts :

Has daily contact with suppliers / vendors.

Confidentiality :

Has access to confidential information, including Distribution Center product costs and software passwords.