Category Analyst

Aston Carter•Pine Grove Township, PA

1d•$27 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Category Analyst who will be responsible for managing retailer and syndicated data, assisting in reset processes, and supporting routine communication and team organization. This role will require a strategic thinker with a deep sense of accountability and passion for retail strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in business or marketing related fields.
Strong familiarity with space planning software such as JDA/Blue Yonder, Apollo, or Spaceman.
Proven ability to think strategically and transform insights into action.
Project management experience and strong communication skills across functions.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize and leverage multiple data points to create retail strategies.
Familiarity with syndicated data, software, and measures, including IRI and digital category manager tools like Numerator.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in category management is a plus.
Experience in beer, wine, and spirits in a sales or category capacity is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Manage all retailer and syndicated data via Catalyst PowerBI.
Cleanse data from retailers in ShelfIQ and refresh Catalyst Data.
Update products, store lists, and captaincy in Catalyst Data Manager.
Assist with ad hoc and non-KPI account tasks, including cleansing planograms and loading Shelf Reporting Suites.
Prepare and present content for retailer meetings.
Produce monthly insights/newsletters and holiday insights.
Develop internal and external content for regular meetings and new hire training.
Submit best practices and monthly award submissions.
Organize presentations, content, and best practices on the Teams site.
Manage reset timelines and calendarize processes for all accounts.
Maintain a master file for all accounts with relevant information.