Category Manager (Tobacco)

Lead a high-impact category in one of the most competitive product segments"”tobacco, cigarettes, and OTP"”right from the heart of Southern California. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Klopfenstein Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $140,000 - $155,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a fast-growing, performance-driven retail organization known for its innovative approach to category management. With a sharp focus on data, vendor collaboration, and operational excellence, they continue to push boundaries in the convenience retail space. They seek leaders who thrive on ownership, strategic thinking, and delivering measurable results in dynamic environments. Why join us? Own and lead a major product category with nationwide impact Collaborate closely with vendors and influence pricing and product strategy Play a pivotal role in shaping consumer experience and sales performance Join a team where your industry expertise drives decision-making Enjoy a strong compensation package and full suite of benefits Receive relocation assistance to support your move Work in a values-driven company that celebrates performance, innovation, and integrity Job Details A leading retail organization is seeking an experienced professional to take ownership of the Cigarette, Tobacco, and Other Tobacco Products (OTP) categories. This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation, lead strategy, and make a measurable impact in a high-visibility role based in Upland, CA. Ideal candidates will bring deep expertise in tobacco category management and a strong track record of vendor collaboration and strategic sourcing. Key Responsibilities: Category Leadership: Serve as the subject matter expert in Cigarette, Tobacco, and OTP categories, guiding strategy and innovation. Strategic Sourcing: Collaborate across departments to enhance sourcing protocols, ensuring alignment with category goals. Pricing Strategy: Oversee product pricing setup and maintenance to ensure accuracy at point-of-sale and margin compliance. Data Analysis: Leverage internal and external data to inform category strategies and respond to market trends. Supplier Relations: Build strong, reliable partnerships with suppliers while resolving any quality or delivery issues. Team Development: Lead and mentor a team, promoting best practices and continuous improvement in category performance. Strategic Planning: Develop and execute annual category plans covering assortment, pricing, promotional activity, and communication. Vendor Negotiations: Drive cost savings and long-term value through effective negotiation and vendor management. Organizational Communication: Act as a key liaison for category initiatives, ensuring alignment across the business. Skills and Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing management, preferably within the Cigarette, Tobacco, and OTP space Proven negotiation skills with a history of successful vendor relationships Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate data into actionable strategy Excellent written and verbal communication skills Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience) At least 2 years of team leadership experience with a focus on performance development Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office; knowledge of SQL is a plus Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Created: 2025-09-26