Category Analyst (CPG)

Acosta • Eden Prairie, MN

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is #hybrid on-site in our Eden Prairie, MN office. 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

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Work Experience Requirements: Up to one year of related work experience
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements: Demonstrate an intermediate degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications including Excel and PowerPoint.
• 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

• Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros would be a strong asset.
• Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools would be an asset.
• Demonstrates a drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve.

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.

What This Job Offers

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