Job Information
Pilot Company Category Manager, Facility Revenue in Knoxville, Tennessee
Company Description
Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.
Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Military encouraged to apply.
Job Description
The purpose of this job is to assist in team leadership and manage categories of service offerings with the goal of increasing gross profit dollars and building strategic advantages for the company.
Essential Functions
Develop annual and multi-year category plan; write and present annual budget plan to senior team
Review and report out on categories monthly and yearly performance to include financials, key performance indicators and underlying trends.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of all contracts and obligations to ensure that both Pilot Flying J (PFJ) and vendor adhere to the agreed-upon term and spirit of the contract or agreement
Manage commercial aspects of category to include: pricing, marketing, offering and network placement
Improve operational aspects of category to include: team processes, technology and expenses
Develop relationships with customers and suppliers as needed to grow categories
Visit stores to engage customers and team members in category feedback on products
Attend industry events and conferences to learn latest technology, trends and make connections
Lead vendor process including review of new products, business planning, cost negotiations and RFP execution
Study industry and category trends to support planning and development process
Supervise direct report; coach, train, and develop direct reports, to include appraising job performance and conducting performance reviews
Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
Ensure compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field of study required
Minimum three years category management preferred
Minimum two years of managing people preferred
Specialized Knowledge
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Competencies
Ability to think strategically and analytically in day-to-day decisions and long-range planning
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others on the team to do the same
Ability to work independently or collaboratively on tasks
Strong and effective 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
- Travel required less than 25%, overnight may be required
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time
Additional Information
This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Benefits
Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Fuel Discount
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite Gym and Cafeteria
Weekly Pay
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines