Manager II Common Product Hierarchy

Refine WOW to optimize category roles end-state (partnering with Pricing Support and Merchandising Teams) to ensure cohesion to the 4 P's we are executing. Monitor market trends, consumer insights and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for hierarchy adjustments and updates; and collaborate cross functionally with key stakeholders (e.g., our data and insights teams) to continue refining this work.

Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages knowledge transfer and seeks continuous improvement.

Facilitate the execution, retention, and continued evolution of Category Roles across all 14 Portfolio teams - and establish cadence for bi-annual review roles to ensure we remain current.

Create and facilitate a forum to manage and address escalations related to product categorization discrepancies and work towards rapid resolution. Owns facilitation and execution of our work to assign roles to each of our Center Store Categories (e.g., Win, Core, Routine, and One Stop) - and refining these as consumers needs evolve.

Establish and maintain documentation and guidelines for any common product hierarchy modifications, ensuring teams are adhering to best practices.

Create and facilitate a forum to manage and address escalations related to product categorization discrepancies and work towards rapid resolution.

Refine WOW to optimize category roles end-state (partnering with Pricing Support and Merchandising Teams) to ensure cohesion to the 4 P's we are executing.

Monitor market trends, consumer insights and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for hierarchy adjustments and updates; and collaborate cross functionally with key stakeholders (e.g., our data and insights teams) to continue refining this work.

Owns facilitation and execution of our work to assign roles to each of our Center Store Categories (e.g., Win, Core, Routine, and One Stop) - and refining these as consumers needs evolve. Clarity on the role each category plays within our GLB's is a critical component to our allocation of investments to meet our customers changing omnichannel needs.

Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our values.

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain or related field and/or equivalent experience. 5+ years' experience in retail, category management, planning and negotiations. Excellent team building, organization, and leadership skills with minimum of 4 years of team leadership experience. Demonstrated history of challenging the status quo and nurturing internal relationships.

Exceptional oral and written communications skills, with the ability to gather and synthesize information from a variety of sources and present this to varying levels of the organization.

Master's degree or equivalent work experience. 8+ years in total commercial experience (Sourcing, Category Management, etc.). Firm understanding of ADUSA financial reporting (P&L management) for both legacy networks & demonstrated success with educating others on these topics.

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain or related field and/or equivalent experience.

5+ years' experience in retail, category management, planning and negotiations.

Excellent team building, organization, and leadership skills with minimum of 4 years of team leadership experience.

Demonstrated history of challenging the status quo and nurturing internal relationships.

Skilled collaborator with a proven track record of advocacy across departments and levels of the organization - with a focus on change management and conflict resolution.

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Ability to interpret and leverage syndicated/internal data to influence stakeholders.

Detail oriented and results driven with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Master's degree or equivalent work experience.

8+ years in total commercial experience (Sourcing, Category Management, etc.).

Firm understanding of ADUSA financial reporting (P&L management) for both legacy networks & demonstrated success with educating others on these topics.

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