International Category Manager

About the Role

As the International Category Manager for Fresh Produce (PHF), you will play a pivotal role in driving our ambitious 2026+ "Refresh" strategy. You will own the end-to-end sourcing execution for a designated sub-category of fresh produce, ensuring we scale our menu and deliver unmatched freshness, variety, and value to our customers.

Anchored in our PHF vision—to source Produce that meets customer expectations of quality & convenience at the best cost—you will leverage data to execute flawlessly, assure supply, and bring innovation to our boxes. This role requires strong independent execution, a passion for operational excellence, and the ability to thrive in a high-growth environment.

What You'll Do

Drive Value & Innovation: Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through rigorous cost modeling and static pricing accuracy. Champion New Ingredient Development (NID) at the sub-category level to unlock variety and expand customer choice.

Execute "Direct-to-Grower": Support our supply chain transformation by onboarding and scaling Direct-to-Grower models and utilizing central cross-docking platforms to accelerate speed-to-market.

Build Trust & Partnerships: Foster transparent, collaborative relationships with external suppliers. Internally, act as a true "One Team" player by working hand-in-hand with FSQA (Food Safety & Quality Assurance) and SCO (Supply Chain Operations) to ensure seamless quality and operational efficiency.

Manage Risk Proactively: Take deep ownership of seasonality planning. Manage shoulder-season risks and proactively mitigate day-to-day agricultural and climate-related disruptions to assure consistent supply.

Track Performance & Data: Monitor supplier performance against key KPIs (Quality, OTIF, Cost) and lead regular review meetings. Maintain accurate market data and systems information (e.g., Coupa).

Resolve Supply Issues: Act as the first point of escalation for severe supply or quality issues, working urgently wit