Business Development Manager - Produce

Responsibilities Job Summary:

Responsible for all business development activity within specified divisions/product lines. Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. "Partner-owned" means our most important resources—People—drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:

HEART FOR PEOPLE

… communication, collaboration, and customer service skills?

HEAD FOR BUSINESS

… an ability to research and resolve moderately complex issues on your own?

PASSION FOR RESULTS

… capability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, many deadline environment?

We are looking for:

− A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience − 3-4 years of related experience − 1-3 years of experience in leadership − Experience in retail operations, distribution, and/or supply chain What is the work? Essential Functions / Process Responsibilities − BDM I is an intermediate level position − Develops 5-year Business plan on key categories − Effectively understands customer shopping behaviors, preferences, and trends − Leads and models an enthusiastic and courageous approach to problem solving − Works on new product ideas − Creates strategies to differentiate H-E-B from competition and improve customer loyalty including new ideas & products − Effective in managing cost components on key items − Proactively studies their business − Builds collaborative relationships with suppliers − Creates tailored assortment and merchandising plans for execution − Leads cross-functional teams across Pricing, Retailing Services, Supply Chain, Own Brand, Sourcing, Shelf Edge, Product Information, and other related areas. − Develops pricing and promotion strategies Participates in corporate promotions − Oversees and works collaboratively with Supply Chain Partners on the execution of all aspects of supply chain − Communicates effectively with all other functional departments (CoEs) − Works within work processes and influences improvements − Understands complexities of all aspects of product/commodity ("Seed to Stomach" in applicable categories) − Adapts to change and exudes a positive attitude with a willingness to take on new opportunities. − Clearly behaves in ways that reflect a Leader worth following − Ensuring products are available at the right time in the right assortment and quantities Education and Experience preferred − A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience − 3-4 years of related experience − 1-3 years of experience in leadership − Experience in retail operations, distribution, and/or supply chain − Experience successfully working complex issues with senior management Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Business BDM I? Key Competencies preferred − Strong understanding of negotiation principles − Ability to analyze key information to create business plans − Strong verbal / written communication skills − Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between projects / tasks; attention to detail − Advanced knowledge of computer systems and software − Ability to work in a team environment − Ability to make key decisions daily − Ability to lead a collaborative team −

Initiative:

willingness to take risks Physical and Other Requirements − Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment − Travel by car or plane with overnight stays − Work extended hours; sit for extended periods

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Qualifications:

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