The Role
Manage small-format category programs by analyzing syndicated, shopper, and panel data to develop insights and recommendations; create client reporting and sales presentations; lead category reviews; act as a trusted advisor to clients; and independently manage projects and performance measurement against strategic objectives.
Summary Generated by Built In
This role is #Hybrid on the East Coast, working onsite 3 days per week.
As an integral part of the team, you will create category-centric selling stories, provide analytical support to answer business questions, or understand the impact of category management-driven decisions on the business, and own the relationship.
You will also manage multiple requests, projects, and reporting routines by taking a proactive approach to thought leadership with the client.
Responsibilities- Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis/projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives
- Experience using technical software: Circana (IRI), Nielsen, 84.51, Market 6, or 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.
- Maintain connectivity with clients to ensure understanding of KPIs, innovation, and other important information
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+ years related work experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:
- Advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, VB, and advanced macros. Knowledge of Power BI would be a strong asset.
- Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools.
- Identify and leverage 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.
- 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.
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About Us Acosta Group is a collective uniting the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies—Acosta, ActionLink, CORE Foodservice, CROSSMARK, Mosaic, Premium Retail Services, and Product Connections. Together, we connect consumers with the brands they love through omnichannel selling, merchandising, brand advocacy, and integrated marketing.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Bachelor's Degree
- Category Management Certification
- 3+ years related work experience
- Experience using Circana (IRI), Nielsen, 84.51, Market 6, or Stratum
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, VB and advanced macros
- Knowledge of Power BI
- Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools
- Ability to independently conduct data mining using CPG math concepts and tools
- Ability to build sales presentations using syndicated, panel, basket, shopper and other data sources
- Strong communication and client advisory skills; ability to be a trusted advisor
- Ability to independently manage project plans, tracking, communication and timing
- Willingness/ability to work hybrid on the East Coast, onsite 3 days per week
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The Company
What We Do
Acosta is an integrated sales and marketing services provider that enables consumer packaged goods brands and retailers to win in the modern marketplace by delivering progressive solutions and exceptional service. With more than 90 years of experience, Acosta understands evolving consumer needs and helps its clients and customers stay a step ahead, fueling their accelerated performance. For more information, please visit www.acosta.com.
