• Assistant Category Manager

    AutoZone, Inc. (Memphis, TN)


    The Assistant Category Manager is an entry level position responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of a category of products in the development and implementation of buying, pricing, and marketing strategies based on business trends and expertise to optimize sales and maximize supplier value. The Assistant Category Manager also assists in the development and maintenance of vendor relationships, including negotiations and customer service.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Collects product content data and develops and implements planograms (POG) and flexograms (FOG)

    + Collects information and assists with developing the Product Review presentation and the Strategic Business Plan

    + Manages inventory with Supply Chain and vendors

    + Collects and tracks bill-backs to vendors and vendor funding

    + Creates new product set-up and maintenance plans

    + Maintains product content data and performs analyses as necessary

    + Performs key project management duties as assigned

    + Communicates regularly with vendors, store representatives and other stakeholders to ensure issues are resolved and business needs are met

    EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

    + Proficiency in MS Office programs (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

    + One year of retail-merchandising experience preferably in the automotive industry (Preferred)

    Benefits at AutoZone

    AutoZone cares about people. That’s why AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefit guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

    Some of these benefits include:

    + Competitive pay and paid time off

    + Unrivaled company culture

    + Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options

    + Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards

    + Exclusive Discounts and Perks, including AutoZone In-store discount

    + 401(k) with Company match and Stock Purchase Plan

    + AutoZoners Living Well Program for mental and physical health

    + Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement

     

    Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for Autozoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at careers.autozone.com.