About this opportunity
Circle K lists this Jr. Category Manager opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Essential Functions
Proven ability to generate, analyze, and draw conclusions on large amounts of data to support efficient management of the category and drive critical business decisions.
Assist Category and Merchandise Managers in the management of day-to-day regional vendor contact for all issues related to item set up, pricing, costs, product logistics, in-stocks, etc.
Responsible for the planning, tracking, and execution of vendor/operations sales incentives and/or contests.
Understand, analyze, and provide support as well as recommendations to the Category and Merchandise Managers for all aspects associated with the local planogram assortment, planning, and process.
Collaborate on promotional and pricing management and execute associated regional activities.
In-store merchandising opportunities to support operational team with occasional overnight travel required.
All other duties as assigned to achieve operational excellence in the business unit.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks; or participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing determined Financial and Key Result Area targets pursuant to Company Plan guidelines.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance, management, business economics, or related field preferred. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the requirements may be substituted.
One to Three years of work experience preferred.
Retail experience preferred, but not necessary.
Radical curiosity of retail and the constantly changing marketplace.
Must be detail-oriented and able to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) required.
May require up to 20% travel.
Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
Physical Requirements
Sit for long periods of time.
Operate computer keyboard and mouse for data entry.
View computer monitor.
Hear and speak via telephone.
Reach forward and/or overhead.
Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at a normal range.
The lighting will include natural light from the outside as well as fluorescent lighting throughout the work areas.
Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision.
Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Note: This Job Description may change periodically as required by business necessity, with or without advance notice to employees.
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Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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