Category Manager, Sr (CPG)

Category Management Leader

This is a hybrid position open to candidates in Eastern or Central time zones, working in the office three days per week. We're seeking a strategic leader to drive category management and business insights. You'll develop selling strategies, provide analytical support, and assess the impact of category decisions for Harris Teeterall while leading a small team.

Responsibilities

Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis / projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives. Experience using technical software : Circana, Nielsen, 84.51, Numerator, Market6, and 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 sources of data that provide solutions and recommendations to address business issues. Manage a team of Category Management Analysts. Maintain connectivity with clients to ensure understanding of KPIs, innovation, and other important information. Provide follow-up and summarize results; submit success stories & attend sales calls.

Qualifications

Education Requirements : High School Diploma / GED, Bachelor's Degree (preferred), Category Management Certification (preferred), Related work experience can be substituted for the educational requirement. Work Experience Requirements : 3-5 years related work experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements : Demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and knowledge of Power BI, would be a strong asset. Experience with syndicated data and / or space management tools. Identifies and leverages 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. Demonstrate drive to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders. Execute strategic objectives and provide input as needed to keep priorities on track. Physical Abilities : Seeing, Color Perception, Touching.

About Us

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world. But it's not just about what we do it's about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we're a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request. Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.