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$75k–$85k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Medical coverage, Dental coverage, Vision coverage, Life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, Retirement planning support
Posted 21d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Category Manager will lead the pastry, chocolate, and pantry product portfolio by developing category strategies and driving product innovation. They are responsible for managing supplier relationships, optimizing assortment, and ensuring the financial performance of the category.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in category management, product development, or procurement, specifically within the specialty food or bakery sectors. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are required to manage cross-functional stakeholders and supplier partnerships.
Full job description
Category Manager - Pastry, Chocolate & Pantry
Position Summary
Peterson is seeking a strategic and commercially minded Category Manager to lead our largest product portfolio across pastry, chocolate, and pantry categories. This role is responsible for developing and executing category strategies, driving product innovation, managing supplier partnerships, and delivering profitable growth. Working closely with Sales, Supplier Management, FP&A, and culinary teams, the Category Manager will ensure our assortment meets evolving customer needs while maintaining a competitive market position.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Portfolio Management
Develop and execute category strategies that drive growth, profitability, and market leadership.
Monitor industry trends, consumer preferences, competitive activity, and supply market developments.
Identify assortment gaps and new product opportunities aligned with customer demand and business objectives.
Present category performance, insights, and recommendations to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Product Development & Assortment Optimization
Lead new product development from concept through launch.
Partner with suppliers to develop innovative and exclusive products.
Collaborate with Sales to understand customer needs and category opportunities.
Manage the product lifecycle, including SKU optimization and rationalization.
Lead product evaluations, tastings, and quality assessments.
Financial & Commercial Performance
Own category financial performance, including revenue, margin, and cost management.
Analyze sales, profitability, pricing, and market data to identify growth opportunities.
Support forecasting, budgeting, and business case development.
Partner with Sales on customer opportunities, bids, and pricing strategies.
Supplier Relationship Management
Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships across pastry, chocolate, and pantry categories.
Negotiate commercial agreements and drive supplier performance.
Identify and develop new supplier partnerships and sourcing opportunities.
Establish contingency sourcing plans to ensure supply continuity.
Events & Customer Engagement
Support trade shows, customer events, and product showcases.
Develop engaging product presentations and tasting experiences.
Leverage events to introduce new products and strengthen supplier and customer relationships.
What you bring:
Required
5+ years of experience in Category Management, Product Development, Procurement, or a related field.
Direct experience within pastry, chocolate, bakery, or specialty food categories.
Strong supplier management and negotiation experience.
Proven analytical and financial acumen, including pricing and margin management.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Preferred
Knowledge of food safety and regulatory requirements.
Experience working with culinary teams or product tasting evaluations.
Trade show, customer presentation, or product showcase experience.
Experience with ERP systems, category management tools, and analytics platforms.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
What we bring:
Compensation - In accordance with Washington state law, the anticipated annual salary for this position is expected to be between $75,000 to $85,000, with the final rate determined by qualifications, skills, and experience.
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - Comprehensive health insurance plans are available to eligible employees and their covered dependents.
Life Insurance - Peterson Company provides $25,000 of employer-paid basic life insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options available.
401(k) Retirement Plan - Employees are eligible to participate after 30 days of employment. Peterson Company currently matches approximately $0.30 per dollar contributed, up to 6% of eligible compensation. A dedicated financial services partner is available to provide investment education and retirement planning support.
We are a family-owned and -operated specialty food importer, distributor, and converter based in Auburn, WA and Moonachie, NJ. We offer DSD service in the Pacific Northwest region and partner with respected distributors across the country to offer our unique range of products in every major market.
Offices: 1102 D St NE, Auburn, Washington 98002, US · 14 Empire Blvd, Moonachie, New Jersey 07074, US
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