Director, Category Management, Enterprise Food & Beverage
Apply NowCompany: Murphy Oil Corporation
Location: El Dorado, AR 71730
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Director of Category Management for Enterprise Food & Beverage is responsible for leading the
development of category strategies and plans across food & beverage concepts and programs through
cohesive collaboration and communication. This role involves staying ahead of industry trends, fostering
creativity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences while aligning
with the organization's brand and business goals.
As a Food & Beverage Leader across Murphy USA QuickChek, you will be at the forefront of shaping a core
part of our entire business. This role blends creativity with strategic leadership with operational & financial
acumen.
The successful candidate will possess both a strategic and execution mindset, able to be a hands-on leader
with his/her team. This individual should possess great attention to detail, high energy, agility, and sound
business/ operational skills. This individual will be able to operate in a flexible, fast-paced environment that is
highly collaborative and team oriented.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in category management, preferably in the food and
beverage industry, with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful category strategies.
This position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and opportunities for professional
development in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This is a senior role in the organization with high visibility and opportunity for growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as an Enterprise leader, with the ability to collaborate across teams/functions
Develop and execute a comprehensive food & beverage category strategy that aligns with the
company's overall objectives and enhances our Food & Beverage offer
Identify emerging trends, market opportunities, and consumer preferences to guide Food & Beverage
menu development and beverage programs
Offer input into Food & Beverage equipment and tests, to deliver the Food & Beverage offer and an
excellent customer experience
Partner with peers and leadership to create annual strategic plans and innovation pipelines
Work with existing supplier base and potential / new suppliers to understand culinary trends, drive rapid
ideation and prototyping, and manage the development of new products and new ingredients.
Recommend improvements to current menu offerings and adaptation of menu items for different
dayparts, markets, customers, etc.
Manage special projects as needed including potential adjustments to existing product builds product
procedures and the development of specialized menu items.
Develop robust KPI & ROI based approach towards category strategy and plans
Provide support during marketing production and photography shoots, working with food stylists to
provide finished product ahead of new product launches
Foster relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services
Collaborate closely with F&B Enablement, Marketing, and other key stakeholders to ensure category
plans are executed with excellence as intended
Be in tune with culinary trends, ingredient innovation, consumer insights on tastes / preferences, and the
competitive landscape; attend industry events when necessary
Leverage relevant data and insights, internal & external, to drive forward-looking decision making
Lead, manage, grow the food & beverage category management team across Murphy USA QuickChek;
combination of 'player & coach'
Determine the optimal product mix based on customer demand, market trends, and profitability -
including developing pricing strategies aligned with market conditions and company objectives
Introduce and expand new items based on store and customer segments
Act as a business partner to the VP of Enterprise Food & Beverage
Travel ~50%
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Director of Category Management for Enterprise Food & Beverage is responsible for leading the
development of category strategies and plans across food & beverage concepts and programs through
cohesive collaboration and communication. This role involves staying ahead of industry trends, fostering
creativity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences while aligning
with the organization's brand and business goals.
As a Food & Beverage Leader across Murphy USA QuickChek, you will be at the forefront of shaping a core
part of our entire business. This role blends creativity with strategic leadership with operational & financial
acumen.
The successful candidate will possess both a strategic and execution mindset, able to be a hands-on leader
with his/her team. This individual should possess great attention to detail, high energy, agility, and sound
business/ operational skills. This individual will be able to operate in a flexible, fast-paced environment that is
highly collaborative and team oriented.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in category management, preferably in the food and
beverage industry, with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful category strategies.
This position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and opportunities for professional
development in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This is a senior role in the organization with high visibility and opportunity for growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as an Enterprise leader, with the ability to collaborate across teams/functions
Develop and execute a comprehensive food & beverage category strategy that aligns with the
company's overall objectives and enhances our Food & Beverage offer
Identify emerging trends, market opportunities, and consumer preferences to guide Food & Beverage
menu development and beverage programs
Offer input into Food & Beverage equipment and tests, to deliver the Food & Beverage offer and an
excellent customer experience
Partner with peers and leadership to create annual strategic plans and innovation pipelines
Work with existing supplier base and potential / new suppliers to understand culinary trends, drive rapid
ideation and prototyping, and manage the development of new products and new ingredients.
Recommend improvements to current menu offerings and adaptation of menu items for different
dayparts, markets, customers, etc.
Manage special projects as needed including potential adjustments to existing product builds product
procedures and the development of specialized menu items.
Develop robust KPI & ROI based approach towards category strategy and plans
Provide support during marketing production and photography shoots, working with food stylists to
provide finished product ahead of new product launches
Foster relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services
Collaborate closely with F&B Enablement, Marketing, and other key stakeholders to ensure category
plans are executed with excellence as intended
Be in tune with culinary trends, ingredient innovation, consumer insights on tastes / preferences, and the
competitive landscape; attend industry events when necessary
Leverage relevant data and insights, internal & external, to drive forward-looking decision making
Lead, manage, grow the food & beverage category management team across Murphy USA QuickChek;
combination of 'player & coach'
Determine the optimal product mix based on customer demand, market trends, and profitability -
including developing pricing strategies aligned with market conditions and company objectives
Introduce and expand new items based on store and customer segments
Act as a business partner to the VP of Enterprise Food & Beverage
Travel ~50%