Category Asst Manager-Perishables

River Valley Co-op Category Asst Manager-Perishables Northampton, MA Apply Category Assistant Mawnager-Perishables Requires open availability, including evenings and weekends.

Status:

Reports to Category Manager Works closely with the Director of Food Services and the Fresh Departments\' Senior Managers Supervises the Data Entry Clerk Provides direction and support to the

Prepared Foods Buyers Pay Level:

VIII, exempt.

Purpose:

To support the Fresh and Prepared Foods Departments by maintaining, improving, and standardizing the systems and processes that drive accurate pricing, costing, purchasing, and operational consistency across both stores. This role ensures product, recipe, and vendor data across the Point of Sale, Reciprofity, and related systems are accurate, aligned, and support financial performance. The Category Assistant Manager - Perishables works closely with the Category Management, Fresh Departments? Senior Managers (Meat & Seafood, Prepared Foods, Produce, and Wine & Cheese), Prepared Foods Buyers, and Point-of-Sale (POS) Specialists to ensure strong execution, consistency, and communication across Fresh Foods operations. This position supervises the Data Entry Clerk and provides direction to the Prepared Foods Buyers on product and vendor selection, and invoice data management. This position provides support and backup to Prepared Foods Buyers across locations, including support during absences (vacations, other time off, and position vacancies) in collaboration with Prepared Foods department managers. Desired Qualities Our Category Assistant Managers are highly organized, detail-driven systems thinkers who thrive in structured environments while remaining flexible in a fast-paced retail setting. They are strong communicators who can translate data into action, provide direction, and build alignment across teams. They are comfortable working across departments and balancing analytical work with operational awareness. Qualifications

ESSENTIAL

One (1) year of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated leadership ability, including setting clear expectations, driving accountability, and supporting team alignment with organizational standards. Strong ability to negotiate with vendors and suppliers. Strong computer literacy with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, reciProfity, and Point-of-Sale systems. Experience with data management, pricing, and retail inventory systems. Experience with recipe costing systems (e.g., reciProfity). A high attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to analyze data and support margin and cost decisions. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and time-sensitive tasks. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment. Regular, predictable attendance.

FUNCTIONAL

Ability to stand for extended periods. Ability to travel between locations. Ability to use Point-of-Sale equipment. Ability to work in cold/wet environments. Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation. Ability to use office equipment with or without accommodation, including a computer, scanner, fax, and copier. Ability to do math computations, including addition, subtraction, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Ability to lift 50 lbs. DESIRED Experience in data management. Experience in creating and implementing systems in a retail setting.

PREFERRED

Coding experience. Demonstrated ability to work with customers and co-workers from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Natural and local foods experience (retail or wholesale). Multilingual abilities (Spanish, French, or Farsi a plus).

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