SENIOR CATEGORY MANAGER

Hollywood Feed was established in the 1950s, in Memphis, TN, as a pet supply store with friendly and knowledgeable service. More than half a century later, our love for pets is who we are today. Our associates are family and the face of each location. We care about each other, our pets, and our customers. Come and experience the passion and drive that makes Hollywood Feed what it is today.

Job Summary

This position reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Merchandising & Marketing under the Merchandising & Marketing Department. The Senior Category Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing overarching category strategies, driving business growth, and managing a team of category managers as well as one category from strategy development to execution. This role requires a proven track record of success in category management, strong leadership skills, a keen understanding of consumer behavior, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration to achieve company objectives. 

Key Responsibilities

• Category Strategy Development: Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive category strategies aligned with company goals and consumer trends. Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and differentiation within the category portfolio. 
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a direct team of Category Manager(s) and Replenishment Analysts. Set clear goals, prioritize initiatives, and foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
• Vendor and Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and availability of products. Negotiate contracts, terms, and agreements to optimize value and mitigate risks.
• Assortment Planning and Optimization: Oversee the assortment planning process, ensuring the selection of products that meet customer needs, drive sales, and enhance brand positioning. Utilize data analytics and market insights to optimize product assortment and inventory management.
• Promotional Strategy: Develop and execute promotional strategies and marketing campaigns to drive category sales and enhance brand visibility. Monitor campaign performance and ROI, making adjustments as needed to maximize effectiveness.
• Financial Management: Monitor category performance against key financial metrics including sales, margins, and profitability and prepare and present regular reports. Develop and manage category financials and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, operations, supply chain, and accounting to align category strategies with overall business objectives. Communicate effectively to ensure coordination and collaboration across departments.
• Market Analysis and Insights: Stay ahead of industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape within the category. Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities and threats, informing strategic decision-making.

Support & Training: Prepare and present educational materials on categories to management and store employees to further product knowledge and understanding through live and recorded video settings.