Sr Category Strategy & Innovation Manager

Kroger

Cincinnati, OH, United States
Lead growth across assigned categories
Drive consumer-led, breakthrough innovation
Partner cross-functionally to guide product development
Lead growth across assigned categories within the Our Brands private label portfolio, serving as the central business partner for category strategy, innovation, and development

Job Summary

  • Lead growth across assigned categories within the Our Brands private label portfolio, serving as the central business partner for category strategy, innovation, and development.
  • Drive consumer-led, breakthrough innovation through a deep understanding of unmet needs and emerging trends, partnering cross-functionally to guide product development and business planning.
  • The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support Associate Well-Being, including healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and valuable associate discounts.

Matching Summary

Lead growth across assigned categories within the Our Brands private label portfolio, serving as the central business partner for category strategy, innovation, and development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead growth across assigned categories
  • Drive consumer-led, breakthrough innovation
  • Partner cross-functionally to guide product development
  • Manage external partners for best-in-class results
  • Communicate Private Label vision, goals, and budgets

Nice-to-have

  • Deep understanding of unmet needs
  • Demonstrate company's core values
  • Shape food knowledge across departments

Key Requirements

  • 5-7 years of related experience
  • Experience as a category manager, senior category manager, or brand manager
  • Proven ability to drive sales, volume, and profitability
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

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