Kayla Hammock
Blanchester,OH
Summary
Resourceful Assistant Category Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in market analysis, inventory management, and vendor relations which contribute to successful category growth strategies. Excel in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments to meet company objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Category Manager
Kroger
Cincinnati, Ohio
2010.09 - Current
- Supported category planning using Kroger sales data and market trends.
- Coordinated vendor communication for assortment, pricing, and promotion updates.
- Collaborated with merchandising teams on shelf placement and planogram updates.
- Managed promotional calendars and supported weekly ad execution.
- Tracked competitor activity and shared category insights with buyers.
- Resolved assortment and replenishment issues with store and supply teams.
- Evaluated current processes related to category management and provided recommendations for improvement where necessary.
- Analyzed data from market research, consumer trends and competitive activity to identify opportunities for growth.
- Reviewed product performance regularly to modify pricing and promotional strategies.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders at all levels in order to ensure successful execution of projects.
- Managed ordering process from vendors in order to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing costs.
- Worked closely with logistics team during peak seasons such as holiday shopping period in order to ensure smooth delivery of goods on time.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to negotiate advantageous terms on behalf of the company.
- Used forecasting methods to determine product demand.
- Devised long-term development strategies for product categories.
- Led commodity teams alongside department representatives to meet performance objectives.
Education
GED -
Lebanon High School
Lebanon, OHSkills
- Vendor relations
- Inventory control
- Promotional strategy
- Retail merchandising
- Product management
- Supplier negotiations
- Microsoft Excel
- Category analytics
- Supplier relationship management
- Data analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Critical analysis
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Assistant Category Manager
Kroger
2010.09 - Current
GED -
Lebanon High School