Food Service Category Manager

Job Description: • The Food Service Category Manager (Product Manager) drives profitable growth within assigned product lines by developing and executing a comprehensive strategy across the 4 Ps—Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. • Analyze and optimize SKU mix; lead rationalization of underperforming items and manage slow-moving or obsolete inventory disposition. • Identify portfolio gaps and recommend new product opportunities aligned with business objectives. • Monitor sales performance to identify issues and implement corrective actions. • Lead and support cost-reduction initiatives for key product lines. • Partner with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to refine product specifications, pricing metrics, and procurement strategies. • Ensure product data accuracy and consistency across all systems. • Develop and maintain product roadmaps to achieve a 10%+ vitality index, focusing on innovation, value creation, and brand alignment. • Collaborate with Product Development and Project Management to ensure timely and successful product launches. • Work closely with Sales teams to ensure effective market adoption and product success. • Continuously monitor competitive pricing and market trends to ensure optimal positioning. • Recommend and execute pricing adjustments to drive both volume and margin dollar growth. • Conduct pricing experiments to evaluate demand elasticity and identify opportunities for margin improvement. • Define target sales channels (e.g., dealers, e-commerce, cash-and-carry) for product categories. • Determine pack sizes, packaging, and labeling requirements by channel and coordinate cross-functional implementation. • Partner with distributors to develop and implement merchandising strategies that enhance visibility and drive sales. • Collaborate with e-commerce teams to ensure accurate and optimized product content. • Partner with Marketing to create compelling promotional assets for both new and existing products. • Define advertising and promotional strategies for key product categories. • Build and manage a promotional calendar in coordination with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain teams. • Develop and implement promotional pricing strategies and materials for key events, including distributor meetings, buying group shows, and trade events. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in business related field or Master's degree preferred. • 5+ years of experience in Product Management and Price Management required • B2B Sales experience required • Proven leadership, communication, and analytical skills • Strong cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning abilities Benefits: