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Acosta Group

Category Manager, Sr (CPG)

Acosta Group, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275

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DESCRIPTION

This is a

#Hybrid

position

-

Open to candidates in

Eastern

or

Central time zones,

working in the office

3 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 Teeter

-all 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

& 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

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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.

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Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category:

Marketing

Position Type:

Full time

Business Unit:

Sales

Salary Range:

$72,000.00 - $85,000.00

Company:

Acosta Employee Holdco LLC

Req ID:

10643

Employer Description:

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