Acosta
National Category Manager (CPG) – Acosta
Overview Acosta seeks a National Category Manager (CPG) to lead the business insights partnership between Acosta and our client. 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.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze complex data and provide thoughtful, proactive guidance and recommendations that address 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 sources of data that provide in‑depth analysis and solutions that address current business issues.
Understand the client's KPIs that drive profit & sales and deliver data reports to scorecards or validate progress.
Work closely and often 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: High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor's Degree (preferred) – Related work experience can be substituted; Category Management Certification Preferred.
Work Experience: 3‑5 years related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Solid working knowledge of the CPG industry; Proficient in industry tools, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI; Advanced proficiency in planning, preparation, and delivering effective solutions; Extrapolate opportunities to drive results; Communicate clearly and effectively; Independently manage and lead project plans; Break down larger problems; Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders; Execute against strategic objectives.
Physical Abilities: Seeing, Color Perception, Touching.
About Acosta 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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. The Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use.
Job Details Position Type: Full time – Senior/ Mid‑Senior level – Marketing – Sales – Location: United States – Salary Range: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 – Req ID: 14058
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Overview Acosta seeks a National Category Manager (CPG) to lead the business insights partnership between Acosta and our client. 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.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze complex data and provide thoughtful, proactive guidance and recommendations that address 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 sources of data that provide in‑depth analysis and solutions that address current business issues.
Understand the client's KPIs that drive profit & sales and deliver data reports to scorecards or validate progress.
Work closely and often 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: High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor's Degree (preferred) – Related work experience can be substituted; Category Management Certification Preferred.
Work Experience: 3‑5 years related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Solid working knowledge of the CPG industry; Proficient in industry tools, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI; Advanced proficiency in planning, preparation, and delivering effective solutions; Extrapolate opportunities to drive results; Communicate clearly and effectively; Independently manage and lead project plans; Break down larger problems; Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders; Execute against strategic objectives.
Physical Abilities: Seeing, Color Perception, Touching.
About Acosta 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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. The Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use.
Job Details Position Type: Full time – Senior/ Mid‑Senior level – Marketing – Sales – Location: United States – Salary Range: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 – Req ID: 14058
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