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 lead a category team and manage a category (or categories) of products with the goal of increasing sales and gross profit dollars.

Develop annual category plan and three-year strategic vision for each category; write and present annual budget plan to senior teamReview category monthly and yearly performance financials and monthly review of profit and loss (P&L) performanceDrive category review planning and presentation with direct report category team and support teamsMaintain 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 agreementNurture a "service" attitude with assigned team to ensure operations and field teams are supported at the highest levelParticipate in industry events that add value to business planning processVisit stores to engage customers and team members in category directional feedback on products and promotionsLead vendor process including review of new products, business planning, cost negotiations, RFP execution, and supply chain managementMaintain active involvement in inventory management and controlsStudy industry and category trends to support planning and development processSupervise and provide daily oversight of direct reports; select, coach, train, and develop direct reports, to include appraising job performance and conducting performance reviewsModel behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest levelEnsure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresComplete other duties as assigned

QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent certificate requiredBachelor’s degree in business or related field of study preferredMinimum three years’ category management preferredIntermediate Microsoft Office skillsTobacco Category:  Minimum of five years’ experience in tobacco category merchandising and management requiredFood and Beverage Categories:  Minimum five years’ experience in food service or beverage service category merchandising and management requiredAbility to think strategically and analytically in day-to-day decisions and long-range planningAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and mentor others on the team to do the sameAbility to work independently or collaboratively on tasksStrong and effective written and verbal communication and presentation skillsAbility to model agility and work effectively in a fast-paced, frequently changing business environmentAbility to adapt to new technologies

Additional InformationTravel required less than 25%, overnight may be requiredGeneral office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time