Job Description

NTG Staffing is a Category Manager, who is responsible for managing assigned product categories, including buying, pricing, assortment, and supplier relationships. This role serves as the category expert and drives financial performance, promotional execution, and value for member retailers.

MUST COME HAVE CANDY/SNACKS CATEGORY BACKGROUND TO BE CONSIDERED.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships; negotiate programs, costs, and terms
• Own category strategy, budgets, margins, and SKU assortment
• Lead promotions, merchandising, pricing architecture, and planogram recommendations
• Monitor inventory performance, including slow-moving and discontinued items
• Track and report category performance, trends, and market opportunities

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of retail or wholesale purchasing experience
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

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