Responsible for driving profitable sales growth of the produce category within a region
Collaborates cross functionally (Sales, Supply Chain, Revenue Management) and across entities (Market, Corporate, Specialty)
Category expert that provides training, product information, regulatory guidance, and market cost guidance to internal and external customers in support of the produce category.
PRIMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Category Strategy
Align with SMS Produce teams to execute strategies
Identify category development opportunities, coordinate with sales teams (leaders, specialists, sales consultants) to propose new business
Ensuring expected compliance and proper support of SMS Produce and Freshpoint.
Analyze data and market insights to understand consumer needs and wants
Research competitors and suggest appropriate pricing