CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT ANALYST (HYBRID-CHARLOTTE, NC)

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports category managers with analytics and supplier programs to drive growth for categories. Duties include working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and the supplier base within assigned categories, delivering insights and recommendations to drive category development process, and continuous management of categories through analysis, reporting, modeling, and data mining.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain, category, finance, or related field; supplier management experience preferred.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Sense of urgency, excellent customer service skills and demeanor
Ability to manage complex competing priorities with strict deadlines and attention to detail.
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

supplier management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ad hoc analysis, compliance reports, market trends, pricing and rebate databases, marketing/ communication opportunities and opportunity analysis
Support the development of category plans, joint business plans/reviews and presentation materials for key strategic supplier and customer partnerships.
Managing the roll-out, implementation and communication of new programs or program changes/conversion initiatives adhering to company processes and timelines
Monthly income by supplier (IBS) forecasting preparation, variance analysis and tracking against budget.
Conducting income analysis, forecast changes, or performing any other duties supporting category income drivers.
Liaison with cross-functional groups to ensure timely management of termsets, MOGs, catalogs, and other system needs.
Identify opportunities and make recommendations as they relate to contract coverage, conversion opportunities, pricing/volume allowance, new programs, and contracts.
Work with suppliers on issue resolution.
Complete system data accuracy and maintenance - term set management, price releases, price audits, non-transactional, subscriptions, item mapping, and manufacturer catalog.
Support required internal processes including budgeting, pricing, product recommendations, etc.
Ensure excellent execution of programs and team’s required processes.