Growth Solutions Manager, Fresh
US-WA-Seattle
KeHE External Careers
Req #: 26249
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Overview: Good people, working with good people, for our common good. Sound good? KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you! Responsibilities: The Growth Solutions Manager, Fresh is responsible for being a subject matter expert in market dynamics affecting the customer and account. By leveraging analytics and marketplace knowledge, this role is responsible for helping KeHE customers increase sales and trade area relevance though assortment and merchandising. As with all positions at KeHE, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE's Mission, Vision and Values. Qualifications: * 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field of study. * Minimum of three years prior experience in food industry analytics (retailer, supplier, distributor or data provider). * Knowledge in market dynamics, industry shifts, and retailer landscapes is mandatory. Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude: * Experience in mass and conventional channel merchandising and assortment analysis preferred. * Ability to effectively manage a wide variety of projects simultaneously and often with time conflicting pressures. * Ability to multi-task in a very fast-paced business environment * Natural, specialty and/or fresh product knowledge with ability to recognize brands and trends * Project management, attention to detail, and organizational skills * Demonstrated thought leadership and creativity skills * Strong understanding of merchandising tactics and strategies * Demonstrated strength in oral and written communication skills * Willingness to take initiative on projects with minimal supervision * Proficiency with SPINS, Circana, CSIA, ShopperSights, Mintel software. * Proficiency with MS Office, primarily Excel and PowerPoint. * Experience with visualization tools, such as PowerBI, a plus.
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