Category Manager (CPG)

Acosta • Plymouth Meeting, AL

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a #hybrid position, 3 days in the office . As an integral part of the team, you will create category-centric selling stories , provide analytical support to answer business questions, or understand the impact of category management -driven decisions on the business. You will also manage multiple requests, projects, and reporting routines by taking a proactive approach to thought leadership with the client.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Work Experience Requirements: 3 – 5 years related work experience
• Advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, VB, and advanced macros.
• Experience with syndicated data or space management tools.
• Identify and leverage relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
• Effectively and independently conduct data mining utilizing CPG math concepts and tools.
• Communicates clearly and effectively while understanding and adapting to the audience.
• Independently manage project plans and assume responsibility for tracking, communication, and timing .
• Recognize problems and issues and identify the information needed to diagnose.
• Drive to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders
• Execute strategic objectives and provide input as required to keep priorities on track
• Seeing, Color Perception, and Touching

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree ( preferred )
• Category Management Certification ( preferred )
• Knowledge of Power BI would be a strong asset .

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis /projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives
• Experience using technical software: SymphonyAI, Shopper 360, Circana (IRI), Nielsen, 84.51, Market 6, or Stratum
• Participate in the category review process, working with other cross-functional teams to provide complete category management solutions
• Independently develop and maintain client-specific reporting that measures performance against strategies and objectives.
• Work closely and often with assigned clients and business managers by setting up regular meetings to become a trusted advisor
• Build solid sales presentations using syndicated , panel, basket, shopper, and other data sources that provide solutions and recommendations to address business issues.
• Maintain connectivity with clients to ensure understanding of KPIs, innovation, and other important information

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED