Job Description:
Work for a Fortune 500 Company successfully as a category analyst for end retailers and special projects across the US. Position will work in a team environment with a focus on Category related tasks & analytical support. Searching for an individual with a passion in the consumer packaged-goods industry who takes ownership of their work and always pushes themselves and others to reach higher and achieve more.
· Serve as a point of contact and proactively communicate with Sales team, Wholesalers and Retailers on Space and Assortment topics, develop best in class planograms utilizing JDA/Blue Yonder.
· Identify and develop impactful category analyses, consumer insights and solutions that drive profitable sales growth using a range of syndicated and non-syndicated data sources
· Synthesize learnings from various sources to create clear and impactful selling stories in a visually appealing manner using PowerPoint
· Provide Best in Class solutions and processes that address priorities, anticipate needs and build lasting relationships
Job Qualifications:
· B.S./B.A. Degree required; an emphasis in business preferred.
· Minimum of two years experience in consumer package industry with hand on JDA experience.
· Familiarity with retail trade and space management activities.
· Experience working with consumer packaged goods, nice to have experience with IRI or Nielsen.
· High level of computer skills, with strength in Microsoft Excel