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Acosta

National Category Manager (CPG)

Acosta, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290

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Overview We are

Hiring

candidates across the United States for a

hybrid

work schedule requiring

3 days per week in the office . You will manage the business insights partnership between Acosta and our client on a national level, working with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced, value-added, and insight-driven analytical solutions that provide actionable insights, business solutions, and profitable recommendations, with a high-level understanding of the sales drivers that affect clients and customers.

Responsibilities

Analyze complex data and provide thoughtful, proactive guidance and recommendations addressing the 4-Ps (product, pricing, promotion, placement).

Lead and direct the category review process through the 3-call process while engaging with cross-functional teams to provide a complete category management solution.

Build compelling sales presentations using syndicated, shopper, and other data sources, delivering in-depth analysis and solutions for current business issues.

Understand the client KPIs that drive profit and sales and deliver data reports to scorecards or validate progress.

Work closely with clients and business managers by setting up regular meetings to become a trusted advisor.

Provide follow-up and summarize results of analysis; create case studies and success stories.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

– High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s Degree (preferred). Related work experience can substitute the educational requirement. Category Management Certification Preferred.

Work Experience Requirements

– 3-5 years related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

– Solid working knowledge of the CPG industry (data sources, tools, concepts, etc.). Proficient in industry tools; advanced proficiency in Windows/Excel/PowerPoint/Power BI as needed. Ability to plan, prepare, and deliver effective solutions; extrapolate opportunities from analysis; communicate clearly; manage and sometimes lead project plans; break down large problems; build relationships with stakeholders; execute against strategic objectives with tactical plans.

Physical Abilities

– Seeing, Color Perception, Touching.

About Us Acosta is part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining how 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 omnichannel shopping. Our teams build lasting relationships to ensure client brands get space in stores and perform online, while our merch reps support brands in retail locations globally.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed, contact AskHR@acosta.com with the subject line "Applicant Accommodation" to expedite the request. We use E-Verify for employment eligibility in the United States. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use apply.

Job Details

Seniority level

– Mid-Senior level

Employment type

– Full-time

Job function

– Marketing and Sales

Industries

– Retail

Salary Range

– $90,000.00 - $100,000.00

Company

– Acosta Employee Holdco LLC

Req ID

– 14138

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