Assistant Category Manager - Candy!
Company: Nassau Candy
Location: Hicksville
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Description: Title: Assistant Category Manager,
Confectionery Reports to: Category Manager, Confectionery Location:
Hicksville, NY (on-site) Nassau Candy is a premier importer,
manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods,
and promotional products. We are currently hiring a detail-oriented
Assistant Category Manager who will provide administrative and
operational support to the Confectionery Category Managers and
buying team. This position plays a critical role in the team's
day-to-day purchasing activities by maintaining accurate item data,
coordinating with internal departments, and assisting with vendor
and reporting needs in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Essential Functions: Set up new confectionery items and maintain
existing product data in internal systems on a daily and seasonal
basis. Partner with Marketing and Art departments to ensure product
images, descriptions, pack sizes, and specifications are accurate
for web and print materials. Generate reports and maintain Excel
spreadsheets to support Category Managers with pricing, assortment,
and performance tracking. Process and coordinate customer sample
requests. Maintain professional relationships with vendors and
brokers to support purchasing and product initiatives. Administer
and process vendor chargebacks accurately and in a timely manner. ?
Perform additional administrative, data entry, and departmental
support tasks as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree
preferred. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and overall
computer skills required. Prior experience providing administrative
support to a buying or sales team within a manufacturing or
distribution environment preferred. Highly organized,
detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
independently and collaboratively. ? Strong written and verbal
communication skills; comfortable communicating actionable
information to management, internal stakeholders, and vendors.
Resourceful, diligent, and adaptable in a fast-paced,
deadline-driven environment. What We Offer: Competitive salary with
annual reviews ? Paid vacation / PTO Medical, dental, vision,
AFLAC, and pet insurance 401(k) plan Entrepreneurial, collaborative
work environment ? Employee discounts…and more! This is an
excellent opportunity to join a well-established and thriving
company who promotes from within! We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer .
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