Company Description

Monro, Inc.

Monro, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest auto service companies and major tire retailer. We own and operate more than 1,200 stores in 32 states and our stock trades on the Nasdaq (MNRO). The Monro family of brands includes some the most recognizable names in the industry—Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers, Mr. Tire, Tire Choice, amongst many more regional chains. Our dominance is driven by teammates who strive to provide a five-star experience and deliver consistent value to our guests and shareholders. At Monro, we understand that a 5-star guest experience begins with a 5-star teammate experience. In fact, we’re currently investing more than $100 million in store improvements, new technology, and career development through our own Monro University training platform.

Destination Monro – Your Career is Here!

Do you have what it takes to shape a better future for yourself and the automotive service industry? Our vision is to be America’s leading auto and tire centers, trusted by consumers as the best place in our neighborhoods for quality automotive maintenance and repairs. We’re looking for motivated individuals at every stage in their career who share our vision. Positions are available in our retail locations across our many brands, in field management, and in store operations at our Store Support Center in Rochester, New York. If you like helping others, as much as you like working on cars; if you enjoy being part of a team, solving problems, and building guest relationships; if you value honesty and integrity - we have a Destination for you at Monro. Contact us to learn more.  Destination Monro! – Your career is here.

Job Description

We are looking for a Category Manager to manage our groups of category or products for our company. You will be the one responsible for overall assortment of a product category to maximize sales, turns & GMROI. Relationships with vendors and product range management will also be part of your duties.

An excellent category manager must have extensive experience in understanding consumer needs and the retail environment. They must have a commercial mindset and full comprehension of marketing and sales principles. Exceptional communication skills are also key for category managers.

The goal is to increase sales and profitability of business to drive sustainable growth.

Reports directly to the Director of Category Management.

Compensation:  The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $130,000. Pay will be determined based on experience level.

Responsibilities

Analyze data or insights to determine industry and consumer trendsDevise long-term development strategies for product categoriesDevelop exit strategies for unsuccessful productsFoster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of servicesDetermine the positioning of a product category to maximize visibilityLiaise with marketing teams to determine competitive promotional activities of a product categoryCollaborate with other departments such as sales, legal, Inventory and senior management to ensure all levels are aware of everything necessary within your job functions.Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventoryAssume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category

Requirements and skills

Proven experience as category manager or similar roleSolid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principlesUnderstanding of data analysis and forecasting methodsProficient in MS OfficeAn analytical mind with a strategic abilityExcellent communication and people skills

Qualifications

BSc/BA in business administration, marketing or related field

Additional Information

Benefits  

Health Insurance  Dental Insurance 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match Paid vacation Paid Holidays Career Development Employee Discounts

Your next Destination!

Growth Opportunity:

At Monro we’re committed to helping our teammates grow their career through the combination of coursework, demonstrating leadership skills and open opportunities. Our teammates receive on-the-job training, company sponsored certifications, as well as course curriculum in Monro University that empowers them to advance to the next level of their careers.

Monro, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.