Center Store Category Assistant

Center Store Category Assistant Mount Vernon, NY Job Details Full-time $70,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Assortment planning Pricing Sales reporting Marketing Supplier management Sales analysis Merchandising Supply chain Competitive analysis Bachelor's degree in business Mid-level Sales data analysis Bachelor's degree in marketing Analysis skills Retail category management Bachelor's degree Calendar management Vendor relationship management Organizational skills Merchandising display arrangement Planogram implementation Grocery store 1 year Excel formulas Cross-functional collaboration Business Supply Chain Management Communication skills Cross-functional communication Supply chain collaboration Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

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Category Assistant Category Assistant- Convenience Retail Department:

Merchandising / Category Management Position Summary The Category Assistant supports the planning, execution, and optimization of assigned convenience store categories while developing the analytical, strategic, and cross-functional skills required to advance into a Category Manager role. This position blends data analysis, vendor coordination, promotional execution, and store-level support, serving as a critical training ground for future category ownership. The ACM works closely with Category Managers, vendors, operations, and supply chain partners to ensure category strategies are executed accurately and effectively across the store network. Key Responsibilities Category Support & Execution Support day-to-day management of assigned categories, including item maintenance, pricing updates, promotional execution, and resets Assist in building and maintaining planograms, assortments, and seasonal transitions Help execute new item launches, including distribution lists, store communications, and merchandising instructions Track category timelines and ensure on-time execution of promotions, signage, and planogram changes Data & Performance Analysis Pull and analyze sales, margin, unit, and inventory data at category and item levels Prepare weekly and period-end performance reports highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities Support competitive price checks and basic market analysis Assist in post-promotion analysis and recap reporting Vendor & Broker Coordination Support vendor communications related to item setup, pricing, funding, free fills, and merchandising assets Track vendor commitments such as promotions, scanbacks, signage support, or equipment Assist in preparation for vendor meetings, including data summaries and follow-up action items Promotions & Merchandising Build & maintain period promotional calendar ensuring that it is completed before the deadline. Coordinate with operations and field teams to support execution and resolve store-level issues Create & Maintain each Period's Promotional Presentation. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with operations and field leadership to address execution challenges Collaborate with the accounting team on rebates and help maintain internal rebate manager spreadsheet Support internal reporting and presentations for leadership reviews Professional Development & Readiness for Advancement Learn category strategy fundamentals: pricing architecture, assortment optimization, space-to-sales, and promotional ROI Take ownership of defined sub-projects or limited category segments with increasing autonomy Build the skills and judgment required to independently manage a category over time Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience) 1-3 years of experience in merchandising, category management, retail analytics, buying, or related roles Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and performance data Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment Clear written and verbal communication skills Preferred Experience in convenience retail, grocery, or multi-unit retail Exposure to planogram or space-planning tools Familiarity with POS data, syndicated data, or internal reporting tools Experience working with vendors or brokers