Bakery Sales Manager

Albertsons-Safeway's Northern California Division has an opening for a Bakery Sales Manager. Strategically manages their categories to increase sales, total gross dollars, and market share versus prior year and to meet or exceed projected numbers. Creates and implements pricing, promotion, assortment and shelf planograms for each assigned category, based on detailed analysis of past performance and results, industry best practices, and consumer trends. The Sales Manager partners with corporate merchants to maximize category performance and vendor relationships. Responsibilities Develop yearly category business plans based on analysis of previous results and market trends. Achieve or exceed projected sales and profit contributions. Create and maintain a detailed pricing strategy by zone and category. Implement a promotional calendar for major categories, tracking sales, profit, and share growth. Design schematics and recommend product adjacencies to support category roles. Determine appropriate product assortments, authorizing new items and discontinuing lines based on their potential contribution. Maintain scorecards to track sales, gross profit dollars, and category share. Measure total contribution to the department. Manage and maximize categories for efficient use of vendor dollars. Create sales and gross profit projections at the category level, rolling up to department and division projections. Conduct post-promotional analysis at the item and category level. Plan ads and displays to support category plans and department initiatives. Coordinate and communicate between stores, merchandising, and other departments within the division. Act as the primary contact for all vendors in assigned categories. Meet with vendors for deal negotiations and business updates. Work closely with the procurement function to ensure desired service levels and optimal inventory positions. Coordinate promotional plans and merchandising messages within the department. Attend key vendor planning meetings. Collaborate with department colleagues, division teams, and corporate merchandising to implement programs. Visit stores to observe merchandising program results. Support and implement corporate initiatives. Supervise applicable office support staff and provide guidance to Buyers. Initiate and follow through on personnel actions such as interviewing, hiring decisions, and performance reviews. Coordinate and evaluate formal training activities and on-the-job training programs. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or related field preferred Experience Level 5-10+ years of retail/category experience 15 total years' experience in grocery industry 5+ years in retail store management (Store Director level), Sales/Assistant Sales Management, Procurement, or Operations Specialist/Merchandising roles Retail experience in the category Skills and Experiences Solid understanding of marketing, merchandising, consumer research, and financial management practices. Excellent understanding of store operations, merchandising methodologies, P&L, and financial management. Strong background in financial, mathematical, statistical, marketing, merchandising, and consumer research. Ability to read and interpret profit and loss statements and understand the impact on managed categories. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take initiative and make decisive decisions. Strong planning and organizing skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships. Strategy development and relationship management skills. Skilled in Category Business Planning. Demonstrated effective leadership abilities. Understanding of procurement, logistics, and inventory management. Proficiency with computers (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Internet).

Travel Requirements:

Less than 50% travel Physical Environment Work may be performed in a temperature-controlled environment. Must sit, stand, or walk for extended periods. May spend long periods at a desk or computer terminal. Use of calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment is required. Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be necessary. Fast-paced work environment; some evening and weekend work may be required. Albertsons Companies' Northern California Division support office is located in Pleasanton, CA and supports the operations of 285 retail stores across northern California, northwestern Nevada, and Hawaii under the Safeway, Andronico's, Vons, and Pak 'n Save Foods banners. Why You'll Love Working with Us At Albertsons Companies, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to thoughtful people practices is a cornerstone of our philosophy. We bring communities together through the joy of food and inspire well-being — and that starts with you. When you join our team, you bring your unique talents and make us stronger, better, and more connected. Here's what we offer: Competitive pay with weekly payroll Exclusive associate discounts Comprehensive benefits for eligible associates, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more (eligibility details at my

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Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

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] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus. Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (

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ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).