Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
nation-wide medical plan
Dental
Vision
401(k)
flexible spending accounts
Employee Fuel Discount
Adoption assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite gym
cafeteria
weekly pay
Job Description
Pilot Company is a prominent leader in the travel center industry, boasting a vast network that includes over 750 retail and fueling locations spread across 44 states in the U.S. and six Canadian provinces. Established in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently helmed by CEO Adam Wright, the company is respected for its people-first culture, strong founding values, and a steadfast commitment to giving back to the community. Pilot Company employs more than 30,000 team members, supporting a diverse portfolio of business areas ranging from retail and supply chain operations to logistics, transportation, technology, construction, maintenance, human resources,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
- bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
- minimum five years category management experience
- intermediate Microsoft Office skills
- minimum five years experience in food service or beverage service category management
- ability to think strategically and analytically
- ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others
- ability to work independently or collaboratively
- strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- ability to model agility and work effectively in a fast-paced, frequently changing business environment
- ability to adapt to new technologies
- travel required less than 25 percent, overnight may be required
- general office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
- bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
- minimum five years’ category management experience
- intermediate Microsoft Office skills
- minimum five years’ experience in food service or beverage service category management
- ability to think strategically and analytically
- ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others
- ability to work independently or collaboratively
- strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- agility to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
- adaptability to new technologies
Job Duties
- Develop and own annual category plan and three-year strategic vision for each category
- write and present annual budget plan to senior team
- review category monthly and yearly performance financials and monthly review of profit and loss (P&L) performance
- drive category review planning and presentation with direct report category team and support teams
- maintain in-depth knowledge of all contracts and obligations to ensure compliance
- participate in industry events relevant to business planning
- visit stores to engage with customers and team members for feedback
- lead vendor processes including review of new products, business planning, cost negotiations, RFP execution, and supply chain management
- maintain involvement in inventory management and controls
- study industry and category trends to support planning and development
- supervise and provide daily oversight of direct reports including coaching and performance reviews
- model behaviors that support company purpose
- ensure compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- complete other duties as assigned
- partner with culinary, innovation, and brand teams to deliver annual profit plan
- partner with operations teams to ensure training and operational excellence
- collaborate with brand and marketing teams on promotions and merchandising strategy
- develop category business plans including product assortment, pricing, LTOs, and promotional calendars
- ownership and cross collaboration across food and beverage category teams
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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