Category Manager - Fresh Food Job at 7-Eleven, Inc (Irving)

Food Service Director

The Food Operations Director is responsible for all aspects of leading food oper...

Location

United States of America , Akron

Salary:

Not provided

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Creates annual operations strategy
Monitors financial, operational, and other information
Uses financial metrics including EBITDA, EBIT, and ROI
Takes ownership for all people, operational, and financial metrics
Recruits, interviews, selects, hires, and completes onboarding for Food Service Managers, Food Category Manager, and Jr Food Category Managers
Trains and coaches team members
Conducts quarterly talent assessments and succession plans
Conducts annual performance evaluations
Implements progressive discipline
Conducts store visits regularly

Job Responsibility

Responsible for all aspects of leading food operations including people, programs, and financials
Leadership of all aspects of the Taco program for Texas
Collaboration with National Global Team for product development, supply chain establishment, operational procedures, pricing, promotion, and marketing
Local leadership of K Kitchen’s

Fulltime

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Senior Director Fresh & Convenience Operations

Responsible for shaping and providing Avolta's food, beverage, and consumer pack...

Location

United States , Bethesda

Salary:

139600.00 - 180100.00 USD / Year

HMSHost

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 10 years: In a leadership role: Requires 5 years of experience leading a team of professionals engaged in retail merchandising, CPG, or food service operations
In a technical role: Requires 10 years of experience engaged in retail merchandising, CPG, or food service operations
A bachelor's degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the ten-year requirement
An MBA or a master's level degree in a program related to the functional area can count for an additional 2 years of the ten-year requirement
In the industry: 5-7 years of Hospitality, F&B and/or Retail experience
Specialized Training: Training that leads to an expert level of retail merchandising strategies, product placement, and consumer packaged goods
Specialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits: Demonstrated experience driving revenue growth and margin improvement in retail or food service operations
Strong vendor relationship management and negotiation skills
Financial acumen including budget management, P&L analysis, and cost-of-sales optimization
Proficiency in consumer insights, data analysis, and using analytics to drive strategic decision-making

Job Responsibility

Provides merchandising strategies, revenue growth opportunities, acceleration of product placement with the intention to maximize revenue growth, suggestions to CORE category management teams for F&B
Leads fresh food innovation and product launches, establishing store standards for fixtures, merchandising, pricing, and product sell-thru to drive food sales as a percentage of total store sales for both F&B and Duty Paid Operations in partnership with category management of ESL
Partners with Category Management & Marketing to develop and ensure execution of innovative storytelling strategies that deepen brand connection and drive incremental sales
Partners with Category Management, Supply Chain, Culinary, Operations, and Finance teams to analyze program performance, challenge status quo, and suggest strategies that maximize revenue and profitability in operations
Establishes and enforces consistent merchandising standards to ensure efficiency and deliver premium customer experience across all locations
Optimizes product placement programs to enhance visibility, accelerate sales growth, to strengthen vendor-supported product placement strategies
Directs planning and execution of seasonal initiatives for Fresh category that create a differentiated and premium retail experience
Supports planning initiatives to category management team pertaining to F&B CORE as well as ESL product lines
Leverages customer insights and analytics to understand shopping behaviors, optimize the customer journey, and provide actionable recommendations through comprehensive performance and financial reporting
Oversees sales and cost-of-sales budgets for Fresh category F&B and Duty Paid, guaranteeing alignment with ROI targets and brand objectives

What we offer

Health, dental and vision insurance
Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
Holiday pay
Meal and Transportation Benefits
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Training and exciting career growth opportunities
Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

Fulltime

Fresh Food Category Manager Intern

7-Eleven Inc. has several opportunities for Summer Internships. Each internship ...

Location

United States , Irving

Salary:

Not provided

7-Eleven, Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Business, Merchandising, or Marketing
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong, clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
Basic understanding of retail and management principles
Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously, stay organized, and focus on details
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Exceptional attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills
Ability to independently lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional colleagues
Ability to remain nimble and flexible
Curiosity, creativity, and an eagerness to learn

Job Responsibility

Work closely with a coach to discuss project progress, provide direction and ongoing feedback
Tour a store, learn about distribution systems, and the foundation of merchandising principles
Support the Fresh Food Category Team
Learn from and collaborate with other teams within the department including Product Development, Design, and Quality Assurance
Assist the Senior Category Manager to develop, manage and communicate sales plans
Analyze costs and retails to ensure maximum profitability
Analyze assortment performance
Support Senior Category Manager in the preparation for and engagement in vendor meetings related to product assortment architecture and cost of goods negotiations
Develop skills while learning merchandise priorities
Provide insight to leadership and other business partners on key issues and opportunities to transform the business and turn merchandise strategies into executable programs

Fulltime

Category Manager, Prepackaged Food

The Category Manager – Foodservice is responsible for managing and growing assig...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, foodservice, retail, or CPG
Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights
Understanding of retail execution and store-level operations
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Willingness to travel up to 40%
Foodservice or Fresh / Prepared Foods category experience
Experience working with national or regional vendors
Familiarity with promotional planning, planograms, and in-store execution models

Job Responsibility

Own day-to-day management and performance of assigned Foodservice categories
Analyze category sales, margin, and execution performance to identify opportunities and risks
Support development and execution of category strategies aligned to Foodservice objectives
Monitor industry trends and competitive activity to inform recommendations
Support assortment planning, product transitions, and lifecycle management
Partner on pricing and promotional planning, including execution of vendor-funded programs including, but not limited to, national vendor rebate management
Analyze planogram effectiveness and provide recommendations to improve performance
Manage assigned vendor relationships including item setup, costs, in-stocks, and logistics
Support negotiations, performance reviews, and issue resolution with vendor partners
Plan, track, and execute vendor initiatives, incentives, and contests with Operations and BUs

Fulltime

Jr. Category Manager, Fresh Food

The Category Manager – Foodservice is responsible for managing and growing assig...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, foodservice, retail, or CPG
Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights
Understanding of retail execution and store-level operations
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Willingness to travel up to 40%

Job Responsibility

Manage and grow assigned Foodservice categories through strong collaboration with Business Units, vendor partners, and cross-functional teams
Own category performance across sales, margin, assortment, pricing, and execution
Support innovation, promotional planning, and continuous improvement of in-store performance
Analyze category sales, margin, and execution performance to identify opportunities and risks
Support development and execution of category strategies aligned to Foodservice objectives
Monitor industry trends and competitive activity to inform recommendations
Support assortment planning, product transitions, and lifecycle management
Partner on pricing and promotional planning, including execution of vendor-funded programs
Analyze planogram effectiveness and provide recommendations to improve performance
Manage assigned vendor relationships including item setup, costs, in-stocks, and logistics

Fulltime

Assistant Purchasing Manager

As Assistant Purchasing Manager, you will play a key role in the planning and de...

Location

United Kingdom , Wimbledon, London

Salary:

40000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A confident and credible influencer, with a natural ability to coach, develop and inspire others
A highly motivated self-starter who takes ownership, shows initiative and thrives in a fast-paced, high-profile environment
Passionate about food, with a genuine curiosity for emerging trends, products and innovation across the food & beverage landscape
Proactive, positive and collaborative, able to build trusted relationships quickly and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Comfortable driving change, bringing others with you and navigating complexity with clarity and confidence
Commercially minded and inquisitive, with a strong eye for value, opportunity and continuous improvement
Able to operate and influence at all levels, from on-the-ground teams to senior stakeholders
A strong problem solver who applies sound judgement to make balanced, well-informed business decisions

Job Responsibility

Support the Culinary Purchasing Manager in developing and delivering a purchasing strategy that drives year-on-year value, efficiency and savings across all food categories
Manage supplier relationships across fresh, multi-temperature, confectionery and food-to-go categories, including sourcing new products and forecasting Championship requirements
Play a key role in planning and delivering a complex, large-scale logistics operation, ensuring robust delivery schedules and seamless food supply throughout the Championships
Build and maintain accurate product forecasts, order sheets and menu costings, working closely with Finance to track spend and ensure food costs remain within budget
Lead food ordering activity before and during the tournament, working collaboratively with the purchasing and operations teams to manage stock levels and respond to live operational changes
Line manage the permanent purchasing and stores team, supporting performance, engagement and development, and lead the induction and training of temporary tournament colleagues
Work closely with culinary stakeholders, the Recipe, Allergen & Specification team and Learning & Development to ensure product compliance, accurate financial data, and strong team capability
Champion a people-first culture, promoting collaboration, accountability and high retention across the team
Ensure full compliance with all food safety, allergen, health & safety and regulatory requirements, maintaining robust systems, audits and traceability at all times

Fulltime

Fresh Specialist - Delicatessen

We have a fantastic opportunity to join Metcash as a Fresh Specialist – Delicate...

Location

Australia , Truganina

Salary:

Not provided

Metcash

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Management-level experience in fresh departments (Deli, Bakery & Meat)
Strong understanding of food safety, compliance, and best practice across fresh categories
Ability to analyse data and provide strategic solutions to grow sales and profitability
Proven influencing skills and ability to build trust with retailers
Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets
Knowledge of legislation and state regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications

Job Responsibility

Provide expert knowledge and support for Deli, Bakery & Meat categories to store and department manager
Deliver fresh-specific business insights using sales and industry data to optimise performance
Ensure stores meet food safety standards and adopt best-practice methods
Partner with operations teams to implement fresh growth strategies
Support new store and department relays to maximise fresh sales and enhance customer experience

What we offer

5th week of annual leave
2 well-being days
1 volunteer day annually
Endless learning and development opportunities
12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

Director, Baked Goods

The Director of Foodservice, Baked Goods is responsible for driving sales, margi...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of progressive experience in foodservice, category management, merchandising, or operations
Strong analytical and financial acumen with P&L ownership
Experience and/or professional training in vendor negotiations
Proven cross-functional leadership and communication skills
Experience in fresh or prepared foods
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools

Job Responsibility

Drive sales, margin, and guest satisfaction across assigned foodservice categories
Own category strategy, assortment, pricing, promotions, supplier partnerships, and in-store execution
Manage category P&L performance, ensure food safety and quality standards, and accelerate innovation and continuous improvement
Lead, coach, and develop direct reports
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships including negotiations and joint business plans
Deploy simple, scalable execution standards and tools
Conduct store visits to validate execution and identify opportunities
Ensure food safety, QA, and regulatory compliance across all categories

Fulltime

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