Acosta Group
DESCRIPTION
This position is open to locations within
2 hours of Cincinnati, Ohio.
You will perform a valuable role, dedicated to the
Kroger Team
, in
supporting
the category advisor team and building a strong partnership with our client by
providing merchandising solutions
and decision support that
drive business growth
.
You will conduct
high
quality
analysis
and synthesis of multi-source data to evaluate
item performance, assortment planning,
and
store clustering through the modular process
, while leveraging effective communication &
influencing
to orchestrate
action
.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide
analytical analysis, insights,
and
recommendations
for category management projects and initiatives utilizing retailer POS and NielsenIQ/Circana (IRI) data sources and reporting tools.
System tools required: 84.51 data platforms (OnDemand and Stratum), Circana, NielsenIQ, etc.
Strong
analytics, insights, presentation, and storytelling
skills
Build, update, and refresh
weekly and monthly dashboards
(weekly POS + monthly category recaps)
Participate in the
development of category presentations
incorporating syndicated data and other sources of data that address business issues
Work closely with
CPG Category Management
and
Space Technology
teams to ensure quality results are delivered
Keep abreast of client's KPIs, strategies, innovation, and other important information.
Leverage relationships with clients to understand key retailer deliverables, category strategies, and project timelines.
Category Analyst/Manager
Certification
is a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Related work experience may be substituted for the educational requirement
Category Management Certification preferred
Work Experience Requirements:
1 - 3 years related experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:
Demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, VB, advanced macro's.
Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools.
Clearly and concisely communicate relevant information.
Identify and leverage relevant data to
diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
Effectively and independently
conduct data mining utilizing CPG math concepts
and tools.
Physical Abilities
Seeing
Color Perception
Touching
#DiscoverYourPath
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.
#DiscoverYourPath
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Category:
Marketing
Position Type:
Full time
Business Unit:
Sales
Salary Range:
$61,500.00 - $75,000.00
Company:
Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
Req ID:
7069
Employer Description:
ACOSTA_EMP_DESC
This position is open to locations within
2 hours of Cincinnati, Ohio.
You will perform a valuable role, dedicated to the
Kroger Team
, in
supporting
the category advisor team and building a strong partnership with our client by
providing merchandising solutions
and decision support that
drive business growth
.
You will conduct
high
quality
analysis
and synthesis of multi-source data to evaluate
item performance, assortment planning,
and
store clustering through the modular process
, while leveraging effective communication &
influencing
to orchestrate
action
.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide
analytical analysis, insights,
and
recommendations
for category management projects and initiatives utilizing retailer POS and NielsenIQ/Circana (IRI) data sources and reporting tools.
System tools required: 84.51 data platforms (OnDemand and Stratum), Circana, NielsenIQ, etc.
Strong
analytics, insights, presentation, and storytelling
skills
Build, update, and refresh
weekly and monthly dashboards
(weekly POS + monthly category recaps)
Participate in the
development of category presentations
incorporating syndicated data and other sources of data that address business issues
Work closely with
CPG Category Management
and
Space Technology
teams to ensure quality results are delivered
Keep abreast of client's KPIs, strategies, innovation, and other important information.
Leverage relationships with clients to understand key retailer deliverables, category strategies, and project timelines.
Category Analyst/Manager
Certification
is a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Related work experience may be substituted for the educational requirement
Category Management Certification preferred
Work Experience Requirements:
1 - 3 years related experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:
Demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, VB, advanced macro's.
Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools.
Clearly and concisely communicate relevant information.
Identify and leverage relevant data to
diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
Effectively and independently
conduct data mining utilizing CPG math concepts
and tools.
Physical Abilities
Seeing
Color Perception
Touching
#DiscoverYourPath
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.
#DiscoverYourPath
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Category:
Marketing
Position Type:
Full time
Business Unit:
Sales
Salary Range:
$61,500.00 - $75,000.00
Company:
Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
Req ID:
7069
Employer Description:
ACOSTA_EMP_DESC