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NetCost Market

Fresh Meat Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Fresh Meat Manager Company Overview: At NetCost Market, we strive to meet the highest standards. Fresh produce, value for money, and a uniquely positive shopping experience are the foundations on ...

NetCost Market

Fresh Meat Manager

Wilkes Barre Township, PA · On-site

$20.25 - $26.50/hr

Fresh Meat Manager Company Overview: At NetCost Market, we strive to meet the highest standards. Fresh produce, value for money, and a uniquely positive shopping experience are the foundations on ...

Busch's Inc.

Category Mgr- Meat and Seafood

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Specific Accountabilities · Develop and manage the Meat and Seafood categories, including fresh ... range category strategies for assortment, pricing, promotions, merchandising, and product ...

SuperMom's LLC

JOB SUMMARY Manage the strategic development and planning for assigned category, as a subset of a larger group of categories led by the Senior Category Manager. Ensure category sales plans are ...

Yesway

Provide the Senior Category Manager - Fresh Food and Dispensed Beverages with day-to-day administrative and operational support to execute Fresh Food merchandising strategies. * Assist with ...

The Fresh Market

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We ... The Fresh Market currently has an opening for a Retail Category Manager, Meat & Seafood in our ...

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How much do category manager fresh meat jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for category manager fresh meat in the United States is $93,410.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $110,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Category Manager Fresh Meat do?

A Category Manager Fresh Meat is responsible for overseeing the procurement, assortment, and sales performance of fresh meat products within a retail or wholesale business. Their duties include analyzing market trends, negotiating with suppliers, developing promotional strategies, and optimizing product offerings to meet customer demand. They also ensure quality standards are met and collaborate with other departments to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction. The role requires strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of the fresh meat market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Category Manager Fresh Meat?

To thrive as a Category Manager Fresh Meat, you need expertise in product sourcing, merchandising, and supply chain management, typically backed by a degree in business, food science, or a related field. Familiarity with retail analytics tools, inventory management systems, and category management software is crucial. Strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure optimal product selection, cost control, and profitable category growth in a competitive retail environment.

How does a Category Manager Fresh Meat typically collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure product quality and availability?

As a Category Manager for Fresh Meat, you will work closely with suppliers to negotiate contracts, monitor product standards, and ensure timely deliveries. Internally, you'll collaborate with procurement, quality assurance, and merchandising teams to align inventory levels with promotional activities and customer demand. Regular communication and coordination are essential to address supply chain disruptions, maintain high quality standards, and optimize product assortment. This collaborative environment helps ensure that the fresh meat category consistently meets both business objectives and customer expectations.

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Infographic showing various Category Manager Fresh Meat job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,410 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Category Manager - Fresh Foods

Atlanta, GA • On-site

RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc.
Retail • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the fresh foods category team to drive category growth.

  • Lead hands-on development of fresh food items, including formulation, testing, packaging, quality evaluation, and commercialization.

  • Own the category P&L, including pricing strategy, margin management, and promotional planning.

RaceTrac rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

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Job description

RaceTrac Company Overview
Job Description:
The Category Manager, Fresh Foods is responsible for leading the strategy, development, and execution of fresh food products, programs, and initiatives that drive sales, margin growth, and overall category performance. This role requires hands-on experience in fresh food product development, strong financial ownership, and deep understanding of food safety and regulatory requirements. Up to 25% travel may be required.
What You'll Do:
Category Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the fresh foods category team, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and support needed to drive category growth.
  • Prioritize and manage daily team activities, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Fresh Food Product Development
  • Lead hands-on development of fresh food items, including formulation, testing, packaging, quality evaluation, and commercialization.
  • Partner with FSQA to ensure all products meet food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational feasibility.
  • Support and manage recall processes, quality concerns, and compliance-related initiatives.

Category Strategy, Pricing & Financial Ownership
  • Own the category P&L, including pricing strategy, margin management, cost-of-goods structure, and promotional planning.
  • Build and manage product assortments that align with consumer trends, operational capabilities, and financial targets.
  • Analyze internal and external data to identify trends, refine strategies, and drive continuous improvement.

Vendor & Supplier Management
  • Lead vendor negotiations, contract development, and supplier performance management.
  • Resolve pricing discrepancies, manage rebates, and troubleshoot supplier issues.
  • Build strong relationships with suppliers to drive innovation, cost optimization, and product quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Operations, Marketing, Accounting, Business Analysis, FSQA, and other internal teams to execute category initiatives.
  • Represent the category in cross-functional meetings and lead ad-hoc projects as needed.

Compliance & Industry Awareness
  • Stay current on legislation, regulatory changes, and food safety requirements that impact fresh food products.
  • Develop cost-reduction strategies and savings plans in partnership with leadership.

What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 2-5 years of direct experience in fresh foods category management, including hands-on product development and assortment strategy.
  • Demonstrated ownership of category-level P&L, including pricing, margin strategy, and cost-of-goods management.
  • Working knowledge of FSQA standards, food safety regulations, and recall processes within a fresh food environment.
  • Experience negotiating vendor contracts and managing supplier relationships in fresh or perishable goods.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
  • Experience managing and developing others preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite; intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred.

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You
At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you're working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you'll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there's always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.
To see what #LifeatRaceTrac is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Responsibilities:
  • Serves as a leader by managing, developing, and mentoring the current category team. Focuses on sharing knowledge and providing the tools necessary to increase growth within the category. Manages and prioritizes the team's daily tasks.
  • Manages all category expenditures and targets; manages variances and communicates developments in performance and trends to management. Creates action plans for improvement or continuation of positive performance and results.
  • Monitors the industry and competitive landscape. Analyzes internal data such as sales, sourcing, and pricing. Identifies patterns and market trends to help refine product strategies.
  • Collaborates cross-functionally by developing and maintaining key business relationships with Category Management, RaceTrac Operations, Marketing, Accounting, Business Analysis, and outside vendors or suppliers in order to effectively manage existing, and implement new products, programs, and category initiatives.
  • Manages key vendor relationships including, but not limited to, responding to vendor requests, contract negotiations, pricing discrepancies, rebate processing, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
  • Manages and is accountable for the financial performance of the category. Analyzes trends and re-evaluate pricing strategy or cost of goods structure as necessary.
  • Represents the category in various cross-functional meetings and manages various ad-hoc special projects for the category as necessary.
  • Stays up to date with all legislation, regulation changes, and requirements that may affect a product or service in our geographies.
  • Works with leadership to create cost reduction strategies and savings plans.

Qualifications:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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