Category Manager Assistant/Coordinator - #1408943

At Harbor Foodservice, we do more than distribute food. We build lasting partnerships with independent restaurants throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a Category Manager Assistant/Coordinator who is eager to move beyond spreadsheets and play a hands-on role in shaping the future of our product categories.

This is a growth-focused role for an individual who brings strong organizational skills, analytical curiosity, and a team-first mindset. You will support the execution of strategic initiatives, manage the details that keep the business moving, and help connect insights to action across cross-functional teams.

If you love food, data, and fast-paced environments, and you are eager to build a career in category management, this might be the perfect fit for you!

Hybrid role - work from home 3 days a week. In office Wednesday & Thursday. Work from home program can change based upon business needs.

Benefits for Harbor Team Members include paid vacation, sick, personal and holidays, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match and Employee Assistance Program.

The pay range is $24.00 - $26.00 per hour.

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• Self-starter with initiative, curiosity, and a strong desire to learn and grow within the business
• Support Category Strategy Assist in developing and executing category plans aligned with customer needs, sales goals, and market opportunities
• Support Item & Vendor Excellence Assist in product setup, vendor onboarding, and maintaining data integrity to enable speed to market and ensure clear internal communication
• Analyze & Act Present reporting and synthesize data to support SKU maintenance, rationalization, aged inventory management, and category performance
• Facilitate Vendor Collaboration Prepare for vendor meetings and negotiations by consolidating performance reports such as fill rates, purchase history, and aged inventory
• Coordinate Promotional Activity Help execute vendor-funded programs and seasonal promotions, ensuring budgets, item details, and timelines are aligned
• Support Internal Communication Maintain up-to-date sales enablement tools such as promotional guides, new item spotlights, and compliance program trackers
• Ensure Program Compliance Collaborate with Category Managers to monitor program compliance orders and ensure vendor objectives are met
• Contribute to Events Help organize and support major merchandising events and food shows
• Complete Special Projects Tackle process improvements and cross-departmental projects that contribute to business success
• Support Where Needed Take on additional tasks as assigned by department leadership
• Self-starter with initiative, curiosity, and a strong desire to learn and grow within the business
• Some experience in merchandising, purchasing, supply chain, or a related role is beneficial, ideally within foodservice, wholesale, retail, or CPG
• Working knowledge of the restaurant distribution industry preferred
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel. Experience with Access, Cut+Dry, or PE is a plus
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Analytical mindset with curiosity to uncover trends and recommend improvements
• Clear communication skills and comfort collaborating across functions and vendors
• Comfortable taking ownership of your work while staying flexible in a fast-paced, team-first environment
  
  
  

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