Job Title: Senior Manager, Food
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Manager to lead the execution of our food strategy across various channels. This role is pivotal in delivering innovation, sales growth, and customer satisfaction through effective category leadership and development.
Key Responsibilities
* Full end-to-end ownership of the food category P&L, driving growth in sales, margin, units, traffic, and market share.
* Lead the development and execution of local food category strategies and tactics aligned with business unit priorities.
* Drive innovation and new product development (NPD) to enhance the customer journey and deliver a compelling offer.
* Manage a team of two, providing leadership, mentoring, and coaching to drive engagement, performance, and development.
* Implement effective category management practices across the 5Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, Placement, People).
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* 7+ years' experience in category management, buying, or a similar strategic commercial role.
* Proven experience in food service and deli/fresh food operations.
* Demonstrated success in concept development, innovation, and 'first mover' executions.
* Proven leadership and people management skills, with the confidence and ability to effectively influence and align cross-functional teams around a shared food strategy.
Benefits
You'll join a dynamic and inclusive team where innovation and customer focus drives everything we do. We empower our people to grow, lead, and make a real impact every day.