Business Development ManagerCentral Market is a specialty grocery that started in Austin, TX in 1994 and has grown to 10 locations in Texas. What makes Central Market one of the freshest markets in the country? Try a sumptuous selection of everything edible, for starters. We go straight to the source to bring you the finest food and drink the world has to offer. With hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, acres of produce, and aisles of experts, Central Market is a foodie's wonderland. Our commitment beyond the plate is another reason we're a cut above. We believe food is a way of uniting families and communities, of preserving cultures, and of starting new traditions. Each of our nine stores is a market in the truest sense is a place to exchange goods, services and ideas for those really into food.

Job Summary

Responsible for all business development activity within specified divisions/product lines

Essential Functions / Process Responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned as necessary:

Performs duties of BDM I, for larger more complex categories, as well as the following:

Develops new product lines and manages implementation for organization, i.e., department, region, manufacturing and company

Determines financial impact of decisions for development of new and existing product lines

Develops total strategic and implementation plan for category; Creates new product line strategies within varying store formats, i.e., core and plus

Develops and coordinates corporate promotions

Identifies meaningful opportunities in the geographic and demographic regions, or specific stores

Manages new projects as assigned

Creates new ideas to help differentiate H-E-B from competition and improve customer loyalty

Seeks and pursues innovative ways to improve assortment, promotion and productivity

Manages cost and retail relationships to support marketing strategies

Education and Experience preferred

• Bachelor's degree

10

years of multi-unit buying experience with at least 5 yrs leadership experience

Proven expertise in wine knowledge and sourcing, specifically in European markets

Demonstrated success in working complex issues with senior management utilizing highly developed influencing skills

Retail Operations experience

Advanced level knowledge of computer software packages including use of PCs, Microsoft Office Software, H-E-B systems, internet and e-mail.

Previous negotiation experience preferred

Key Competencies preferred

Strong multi-tasking and attention to detail skills

Advanced level facilitation and project management skills.

Strong leadership (from store operations or category management)

Strong financial acumen along with experience having profit and loss accountability

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to make key decisions on a daily basis

Show initiative and willingness to take risks

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage people for efficiency

Highly proficient working with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

Physical and Other

Requirements

Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment

Sit for an extended period of time

Travel by airplane or car with overnight stays

Work extended hours