Category Analyst (CPG)

Acosta, Inc.•Dayton, OH

50d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is open to candidates located within a two-hour drive of Cincinnati, Ohio. You will be expected to travel to the Cincinnati office for monthly in-person meetings. You will provide category management / analytic support to your assigned clients and customers. This includes generating data and insights in support of category management projects and initiatives (including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad-hoc analytics).

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Up to one year of related work experience
Demonstrate an intermediate degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros would be a strong asset.
Demonstrates a drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve.
Able to understand and apply basic math and CPG principles in the achievement of assigned work.
Effectively communicate and interact with others and work effectively within a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide analytical support for category management projects and initiatives utilizing various CPG data sources and tools .
Responsible for quality control of data sources and ensuring accuracy of deliverables , often requiring engagement with other BI associates and data/tool vendors.
Build, update and refresh weekly and monthly dashboards
Participate in the development of sales presentations incorporating syndicated and other sources of data that addresses business issues.
Work closely with business managers to ensure quality results are delivered
Keep abreast of clients KPI's, strategies, innovation and other important information.

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