Category Manager – Food Service & Grocery

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and commercially focused Category Manager – Food Service & Grocery to support a national convenience store chain headquartered in downtown Toronto. This onsite role is responsible for managing and growing assigned food service and grocery categories across a multi-store network.

The Category Manager will play a key role in driving sales, margin, and customer engagement through strategic assortment planning, pricing, promotions, and vendor partnerships in a fast-paced convenience retail environment.

Key Responsibilities
Manage assigned food service and grocery categories across a national store network
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company growth objectives
Analyze sales, margin, inventory, and performance trends to optimize assortment and pricing
Source new products and manage national and regional vendor relationships
Lead vendor negotiations, costing reviews, and promotional funding discussions
Plan and execute promotions, seasonal programs, and recent product launches
Collaborate with operations, marketing, merchandising, and supply chain teams
Monitor inventory levels to reduce shrink,



out‑of‑stocks, and over‑stock situations
Track key category KPIs and prepare performance reports and recommendations
Stay current on convenience retail, food service, and grocery trends

Qualifications & Experience
2–5 years of experience in category management, buying, or merchandising
Experience in convenience retail, grocery, food service, or CPG strongly preferred
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and reporting tools
Experience managing vendors and negotiating pricing and programs
Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship‑building skills
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, onsite corporate environment
Commercial and financial acumen
Vendor and stakeholder management
Strategic planning and execution
Attention to detail with a results‑oriented mindset

Compensation & Perks
Base Salary: $50,000 annually
Bonus: Performance‑based incentive structure
Benefits: Health and related perks available after three months of employment
Opportunity for growth within a national retail organization
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📌 Category Manager Food Service & Grocery Toronto (Canada)
🏢 INS Market
📍 Canada