Category Manager - Grocery

Your Seat at the Table: Expertise in National Brand and Private Brand dynamics within assigned Category responsibilities Serve as the expert on the use of syndicated data to assist sales and business segment leads in making well informed decisions from actionable insights. Generate static and ad hoc reporting and insights to identify opportunities and deliver solutions that drive profitable category growth. Understand business drivers to influence joint business plan activities. Leverage learnings from multiple data sources (Nielsen, Circana, Kantar, Mintel, Scintilla, etc.) to deliver impactful recommendations to Grocery Merchants, Shearer’s Sales team, and Shearer’s Leadership Influence the line review process with shopper insights and data to make recommendations on optimal assortment, planogram space allocation, innovative items and flow. Form perspective on multi-channel purchasing behaviors (e.g., site to store, store to site, etc.) Develop effective presentations and present to the merchants and key Shearer’s and retail customer stakeholders. Develop expertise and best practices in customer specific data to inform and influence strategic decisions for various grocery retailer merchants and Shearer’s Sales Team Lead enterprise-level cross-functional projects—new brand or format launches, strategic business reviews, enterprise reporting. Partner with demand planning, supply chain, finance, and commercial teams to ensure seamless execution on joint initiatives. Other responsibilities or special projects as assigned What you Bring to the Table: Bachelor’s Degree (emphasis in business/marketing or related field) 3+ years of experience working with a consumer goods company (Category Management, Shopper Insights or related position) Experience in category management on major national retailer; experience supporting the Grocery, Mass or Club Channels Demonstrated knowledge of category management philosophies, tools and processes and proven record of success Ability to build strong sustainable working relationships with the customer, and cross-functionally within Shearer’s Foods Strategic thinking, self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Advanced analytical skills and computer software proficiency (e.g., Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) Strong familiarity with syndicated data metrics and software (e.g., NPD, IRI, Nielsen, Numerator, Scintilla) Prior experience analyzing retailer data and presenting key findings and recommendations to senior level executives Proven ability to analyze and identify insights from a combination of data sources Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong project management, follow-up, organizational, communication and presentation skills We Offer a Feast of Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate. You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace Because at Shearer’s, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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