Senior Category Analyst (CPG)

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Eden Prairie, MN, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
eCommerce • Food • Marketing Tech • Retail
The Role
Serve as a category expert supporting clients through category management analytics, syndicated and panel data analysis, performance reporting, sales presentations, and actionable recommendations. Present insights to customers, participate in client meetings and sales calls, monitor KPIs and strategies, and support reporting and analytics projects. Requires strong CPG math, data mining, communication, Excel, PowerPoint, Visual Basic, and space management expertise.
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You will work #Hybrid, 3 days in the office. 

You will serve as a category expert on assigned clients to drive sales at customers.  Responsibilities included but not limited to creating top level presentations incorporating syndicated data, panel data, as well as various research materials and tools made available through corporate and BI teams.  Present key findings and insights along with actionable recommendations to customers and clients.

Responsibilities
  • Provide analytical support for category management analytics/projects that includes recommendations.
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of client-specific reporting that measures performance against strategies and objectives.
  • Build sales presentations using syndicated and other sources of data that addresses business issues.
  • Set up and run team meetings with BM and clients to discuss client needs and upcoming projects
  • Keep abreast of clients KPI's, strategies, innovation and other important information. 
  • Attend sales calls at assigned customers.
  • Meeting the physical requirements – listed below
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications

Education:

  • Minimum of High School Diploma/GED
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred 
  • Certifications in the field are preferred 

Work Experience:

  • 2+ years of relevant experience  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be able to demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, VB, advanced macro’s.
  • Must have experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools.
  • Able to clearly and concisely communicate relevant information.
  • Identifies and leverages relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
  • Able to effectively and independently conduct data mining utilizing CPG math concepts and tools.
  • Able to clearly and concisely communicate relevant information.

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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.
We recognize our associates are the foundation of our success. That’s why we prioritize your growth, development, and well-being to help you reach your full potential. With programs designed to support a fulfilling work-life balance, we offer opportunities that fit your lifestyle and ambitions—whether you’re looking for part-time flexibility or full-time career advancement.
Ready for a career path that’s as unique as you? Discover your path at Acosta Group!
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 [email protected]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.
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Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certifications in the field
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience
  • Advanced proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Visual Basic, and advanced macros
  • Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools
  • Ability to communicate relevant information clearly and concisely
  • Ability to identify and leverage relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
  • Ability to independently conduct data mining using CPG math concepts and tools
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The Company
HQ: Jacksonville, Florida
38,397 Employees

What We Do

Acosta Group fuses storied expertise, unmatched connectivity and advanced insight to accelerate brand growth – everywhere you sell. Our collective of the most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies is reimagining how people connect with brands at every point in the consumer journey. Comprised of Acosta, ActionLink, CORE Foodservice, CROSSMARK, Mosaic, Premium Retail Services and Product Connections, Acosta Group understands and anticipates evolving consumer needs, fueling accelerated performance to connect tomorrow's commerce today. The collective delivers end-to-end solutions, including headquarter sales services, omnichannel retail solutions, assisted sales and training, integrated marketing, foodservice sales enablement and culinary solutions, and the most advanced data and insights.

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