Seafood Category Manager - Buyer/Purchasing at Newport Meat Company

JOB SUMMARY Individual is responsible for the growth of revenue and margin in the Seafood category. The Seafood Category Manager will assist in the development and execution of strategy for each category through: Vendor/Supplier management - builds relationships and conducts financial negotiations with suppliersProduct Mix - develops and manages the vendors, suppliers, and products availablePricing - maintains competitive and relevant pricingLogistics - works with logistics to optimize supplier shipping performanceMarketing - positions products through web placement, categorization, and marketing effortsReporting - makes decisions based on reporting and provides status and timelines merchandising team membersHybrid Role: 4 days in office / 2 - 1/2 days in fieldSchedule: Monday - Friday / 7:00am - 4:00pmRESPONSIBILITIESActively manages and promotes the seafood category through product curationResponsible for 100% of the frozen and fresh seafood category purchasingSpends time in the field with sales assisting in customer penetration and opening of new businessDelivers high-quality category strategiesWorks to foster teamwork within the department and to cultivate a team environmentAssists in strategy development and category financial forecasting with Category Merchandisers for each categoryProvide analytics and reporting on the Top 10 suppliersMake recommendations to management on category improvementsParticipates in "Strategic" supplier meetings with Category Merchandisers when available and/or necessaryAssists in providing input for marketing, communication, and promotional activitiesAssists in category management activities and projectsWorks closely with the Admin/Project Manager to set priorities, timelines, and results reportingDevelops SOPS and training materials for merchandisingManages the supplier rebate table and meets with accounting to forecastCoordinates the Merchandising training programs for the organizationTransfers knowledge from category management initiatives to the organization to improve the sales and profitability of the companyHandles Customer Service/sales issues where and when appropriateKeep updated on all contracts and well versed on competitive programs and changes within the supply baseWorks cross-functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, IT and accounting to support company goalsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSEducationUndergraduate degree in business or 3 years of relevant seafood sales/purchasing experience Experience3 years' experience in SEAFOOD MERCHANDISING REQUIREDLeadership qualities and ability to coach and superviseExceptional organization and attention to detailStrong mathematical and analytical skillsNegotiation skills3 years of planning and/or management experienceIntermediate to Microsoft skills: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project management softwareProfessional SkillsExceptional organizational skillsStrong communication skills: written and verbalIndependent thinkerAttention to detailExcellent people skills and the ability to establish a rapport with a wide variety of people from diverse backgroundsAbility to write short correspondenceAbility to speak and write English in a clear, understandable mannerAbility to accurately follow detailed procedures and processesAbility to work accurately in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work with a diverse group of peopleAbility to work comfortably under pressureAbility to prioritize and work multiple tasks and exceeds deadlinesAbility to work independently and with a group on various on-going projects simultaneouslyEffectively communicate with internal and external customers (management, co-workers, vendors, and customers.)Must be able to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentage functions.)Ability to concentrate for extended periods of timeMust have the ability to carry out instructions furnished in both oral and written formAbility to act in an ethical, honest and professional manner at all timesDesire to work independently as well as in a team environmentMaintain discretion with all company information regarding customers, pricing, products, and proceduresPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of timeMust be able to bend, reach and stoop occasionally to reach file cabinets, boxes, etcMust be able to look at a computer screen for prolonged periods of time and typeRequires the ability to read written instructions, reports and other documentationThe employee must occasionally lift, carry and/or move up to 30 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusThe employee frequently is required to talk or hearThe noise level in the work environment is usually light to moderate