Category Manager, Processed Meat & Frozen

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Category Manager, Processed Meat & Frozen on a temporary basis (Up to 1 year) on our Consumer Products team.

This position is a hybrid opportunity and is based in Saskatoon, SK. For the right fit we will consider candidates in Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB or Winnipeg, MB.

Are you interested in developing category plans for food locations and be the point of contact for all vendor interactions to help improve sales and profitability for local Co-ops? If so, apply today!

What you’ll do:

• Conduct category reviews, identify opportunities and manage product assortment to maximize category development.
• Maximize category performance through the introduction of innovative products and programs with a focus on speed to market.
• Develop and implement marketing/promotional opportunities through the central flyer and other marketing initiatives and ensure they are delivering on category strategies.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with the supplier community.
• Ensure that the vendor community is providing category expertise to assist in all areas of the category management process including product assortment, marketing, shelf management, and pricing decisions.
• Approximately 10% annual travel is required.

Who you’ll work with:The Team: You will work closely with the Operations Team, Retail Operations Advisors, Pricing Specialists, Store Brand Specialists, and the Shelf Management Team. You will have one direct report, and will report into the Senior Manager, Category Development. This team strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration, expertise, and results.

Why it matters:

We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Sales & Marketing and:

• Have 6-9 years of relevant progressively responsible experience. Experience in meat is an asset.
• Have a bachelor’s degree in business or marketing (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).

What we offer:

• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by May 11, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal check and background check in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.ing so.