Category Manager

<h1 data-start="378" data-end="426"><strong data-start="380" data-end="424">Category Manager</strong></h1> <p data-start="427" data-end="487"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">📍 On-Site | Full-Time</span><br data-start="449" data-end="452"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">💰<strong> </strong>$95,000 – $115,000 per year</span></p> <p data-start="489" data-end="558"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">🏆 <strong data-start="492" data-end="558">R.W. Zant Named 2025 Greater Los Angeles Top Workplaces Winner</strong></span></p> <p data-start="560" data-end="861"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">R.W. Zant LLC and its subsidiaries (Commodity Sales, LLC / R-Dub Foods LLC) are&nbsp;looking for a strategic and driven Category Manager to lead the growth and performance of key product categories. This role sits at the center of sales, purchasing, and supplier strategy, making it a highly visible position with real impact on revenue, margins, and customer satisfaction.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Category Manager owns the full lifecycle of their categories — from supplier negotiations and inventory planning to sales strategy and customer engagement. In addition, this role manages a personal book of business, working directly with customers to grow revenue and strengthen partnerships.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where data, relationships, and strategy intersect, this is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping category performance and driving business growth.</span></p> <hr data-start="1017" data-end="1020"> <p></p> <h1 data-section-id="6t96yr" data-start="1086" data-end="1102">What You'll Do</h1> <p data-start="1104" data-end="1125"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Category Strategy</span></strong></p> <ul data-start="1126" data-end="1366"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="spql6" data-start="1126" data-end="1224"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and execute category strategies to optimize product selection, pricing, and promotions</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1oa7xv8" data-start="1225" data-end="1309"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor category performance and adjust strategies to maximize sales and margins</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1bww01d" data-start="1310" data-end="1366"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Identify market trends and new product opportunities</span></li> </ul> <p data-start="1368" data-end="1404"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Supplier &amp; Purchasing Management</span></strong></p> <ul data-start="1405" data-end="1624"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1v2hv0s" data-start="1405" data-end="1491"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1735gdt" data-start="1492" data-end="1562"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Source new products and vendors to maintain a competitive offering</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1ty5hc6" data-start="1563" data-end="1624"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor inventory levels and align purchasing with demand</span></li> </ul> <p data-start="1626" data-end="1642"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sales Growth</span></strong></p> <ul data-start="1643" data-end="1888"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="qvmj4s" data-start="1643" data-end="1694"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive revenue growth within assigned categories</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="c02j2o" data-start="1695" data-end="1746"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage and grow a personal book of business</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1bo8y5a" data-start="1747" data-end="1819"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with sales teams on customer strategy and category expansion</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="7ol8qp" data-start="1820" data-end="1888"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Conduct product demonstrations and customer training when needed</span></li> </ul> <p data-start="1890" data-end="1915"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Financial Performance</span></strong></p> <ul data-start="1916" data-end="2072"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="g607fd" data-start="1916" data-end="1998"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage category performance including sales, margins, and inventory levels</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1c7dpdy" data-start="1999" data-end="2072"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop forecasts and align purchasing strategies with business goals</span></li> </ul> <p data-start="2074" data-end="2105"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Operations &amp; Special Orders</span></strong></p> <ul data-start="2106" data-end="2284"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="n5liaa" data-start="2106" data-end="2164"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage special orders from pricing through fulfillment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="lrnag9" data-start="2165" data-end="2225"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Coordinate with operations, inventory, and finance teams</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1qxyg6v" data-start="2226" data-end="2284"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure orders meet margin and operational requirements</span></li> </ul> <p data-start="2286" data-end="2310"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Reporting &amp; Analysis</span></strong></p> <ul data-start="2311" data-end="2481"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="11h82pc" data-start="2311" data-end="2357"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Analyze sales data and performance metrics</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="hg4gab" data-start="2358" data-end="2414"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide regular reporting and insights to leadership</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="8w9i9e" data-start="2415" data-end="2481"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Use data to improve pricing, product selection, and promotions</span></li> </ul> <hr data-start="2483" data-end="2486"> <h1 data-section-id="9obp6s" data-start="2488" data-end="2504">Qualifications</h1> <ul data-start="2506" data-end="2877"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="a3mrww" data-start="2506" data-end="2594"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of experience in category management, sales, purchasing, or procurement</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="uy26zd" data-start="2595" data-end="2669"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating pricing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1se5fpi" data-start="2670" data-end="2746"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel and ERP systems</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="g32q7u" data-start="2747" data-end="2807"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent communication and relationship-building skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="12cf93t" data-start="2808" data-end="2877"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</span></li> </ul> <h3 data-start="2879" data-end="2892"><strong data-start="2879" data-end="2892">Education</strong></h3> <ul data-start="2893" data-end="3019"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1xrynm" data-start="2893" data-end="2932"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">High School Diploma or GED required</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="12vn408" data-start="2933" data-end="3019"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field preferred</span></li> </ul> <hr data-start="3021" data-end="3024"> <h1 data-section-id="v2hd6a" data-start="3026" data-end="3044">Work Environment</h1> <ul data-start="3046" data-end="3273"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="12aywr8" data-start="3046" data-end="3112"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">On-site position requiring regular in-person collaboration</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="1er6vff" data-start="3113" data-end="3203"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Primarily office-based with occasional interaction with warehouse or operational areas</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="u7pcew" data-start="3204" data-end="3273"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Regular interaction with suppliers, customers, and internal teams</span></li> </ul> <hr data-start="3275" data-end="3278"> <h1 data-section-id="nzunie" data-start="3280" data-end="3298">Why Join RW Zant</h1> <ul data-start="3300" data-end="3538"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="ztyw65" data-start="3300" data-end="3359"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">High-impact role with ownership of category performance</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="bhwgia" data-start="3360" data-end="3427"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Opportunity to work across sales, procurement, and strategy</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="oa013o" data-start="3428" data-end="3477"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborative and fast-paced work environment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-section-id="uxlas4" data-start="3478" data-end="3538"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to influence product strategy and revenue growth</span></li> </ul> <hr data-start="3540" data-end="3543"> <p data-start="3545" data-end="3674"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">✅ <strong data-start="3547" data-end="3674">RW Zant is committed to delivering exceptional service while building strong partnerships across the supply chain industry.</strong></span></p> <p></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p></p> <p>R.W. Zant is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will not permit discrimination against or harassment of any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or on the basis of any personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.</p> <p><em>California applicants can view the CCPA Notice&nbsp;<a id="LPlnk399596" href="https://www.burrislogistics.com/privacy-policy/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">here.</a>&nbsp;</em></p> <p></p></div>