Category Manager

The Moscoe Group • Minnetonka, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Moscoe Group is seeking a Category Management Manager to work with retailers and manufacturers to provide category insights and analysis. This position requires the candidate to exercise discretion and independent judgment while providing retailers and manufacturers analysis and insights. The ideal candidate must be a confident, motivated individual with strong analytical skills and the ability to multitask across business lines.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience working with a major retailer or manufacturer
• Problem-solving mindset and willingness to challenge the established norms
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
• Successful in roles requiring analytical skills
• Comfortable with ambiguity and a self-starter who takes initiative to explore
• Successful in Category Captain and/or Category Manager roles with Target or a National Retailer
• Experience with syndicated data tools (IRI, Nielsen)

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze syndicated and retailer data in order to provide unbiased insights on categories
• Present fact-based findings and recommendations to retailer buying teams
• Space planning, including planogram analysis and creation
• Deliver annual category reviews that meet all retailer objectives, including assortment, merchandising, profitability, and fit goals
• Manage and own the transition process (physical planogram set, financials, and planogram creation)
• Ad-hoc analysis where appropriate
• Act as a mentor to Category Management Analysts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed