JOB TITLE:                 Category Manager 
DEPARTMENT:         Westcoast Business Unit
REPORTS TO:           Marketing Director
LOCATION:                 Corona, CA
NOTICE NUMBER:   010510-01
OPENING DATE:       01/05/10
CLOSING DATE:       01/12/10 

POSITION SUMMARY

Oversees the development of the categories and related marketing programs to increase sales and gross profit of the assigned categories.  Accomplishes this by planning marketing strategies, selecting suppliers, evaluating new products, evaluating new equipment, promotions and distribution opportunities utilizing established Category Management processes.  Position possesses management responsibility for a team of up to three employees.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business or related field required and/or a minimum 7 years experience in merchandising and/or related field, with minimum 3 years in a supervisory capacity.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.  Must be well organized and possess ability to handle multiple responsibilities under constant deadlines with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.  Must possess well-developed verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• In conjunction with other departments, determines annual unit and gross profit growth of assigned categories utilizing established Category Management Processes to develop annual market plans and coordinate implementation with the field; analyzes trends and results.
• Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; resolving problems.
• Increases sales revenues by developing promotional concepts and overlay programs; develops category plans.
• Defrays cost of equipment, advertising and promotional programs by negotiating allowances and partnering with manufacturers.
• Serves market segments and specific product needs by responding to consumer requests and trends for market or product specific materials.
• Maintains external vendor relations by providing direction, guidance and information; resolving concerns.
• Determines changes in products, service and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments.
• Works with field management to grow the category through effective programs that enhance brand image.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

NOTE:  This Job Description may change periodically as required by business necessity, with or without advance notice to employees.

APPLY

Send resume with notice number to:

Mark Bell, Marketing Director
Circle K Stores Inc.
Fax:  951-270-5156