Associate Category Manager

Interstate Batteries • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Category Manager supports the category management team and portfolio strategy through data analysis, reporting, presentation development, and execution of category & customer initiatives. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate point-of-sale (POS) data, developing and managing Plan-O-Grams, and creating clear, compelling insight presentations that support business, customer, and segment strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Analytics, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years in category management, sales, marketing, business analytics, merchandising, product management or a related field
• Experience creating Plan-O-Grams or working with assortment/space planning
• Effective communicator (oral and written)
• Strong strategic and analytical thinker
• Proven ability to work with and interpret multiple data sources turning it into actionable insights
• Proven track record of collaborating and working with a cross-functional team
• Strong problem solver with the ability to think outside the box
• Able to work independently with proper levels of prioritization and follow through
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy
• Must be proficient in Plan-O-Gram software
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to quickly respond to changing priorities under moderate supervision

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Think-Cell or similar data visualization/presentation tools (a plus)
• Prior experience with Nielsen, Circana, Retail Link, etc. (a plus)
• Think-Cell experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Update, maintain, and validate Point-of-Sale (POS) data, shipment data, space planning product libraries, competitive price shops etc.
• Identify data discrepancies and work to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
• Organize and prepare data for analysis and business reviews.
• Create Plan-O-Grams based on category, customer, and business requirements.
• Update and manage existing Plan-O-Grams to reflect assortment, space, and portfolio changes.
• Ensure Plan-O-Grams are accurate, visually clear, and aligned with customer and category strategies.
• Partner with internal teams to incorporate changes and meet deadlines.
• Create and update professional PowerPoint presentations for business reviews, line reviews, and leadership discussions.
• Develop and maintain Insight Slides that highlight key trends, key findings, opportunities, and recommendations based on the ‘Ah Ha’s’.
• Create and update SME Segment Decks to support segment strategy and business planning.
• Translate data and analysis into clear, concise, and visually compelling stories.
• Support Category Managers with analysis, reporting, presentations, and special projects.
• Assist with identifying category trends, opportunities, and areas of improvement.
• Help develop materials that support portfolio strategy and customer discussions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to gather information and complete projects.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to pivot quickly when business priorities change.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and follow them through to completion.
• Proactively communicate status, challenges, and changes in priorities.
• Work with National Account Managers and participate in customer meetings, develop and present recommendations, and take on increasing account and category responsibility as experience grows.

Benefits

• Workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work
• Enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level