Acosta Group

Category Manager (CPG)

Acosta Group United States
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Michele Brady

Michele Brady

This position is open to anywhere in the United States but will work a #hybrid schedule 3 days in the office.


You will provide a high level of support for the implementation of Category Management and other related business insights initiatives.


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.


You will also manage multiple requests, projects, and reporting routines by taking a proactive approach to thought leadership with the client.


Essential Functions:

  • Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis/projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives
  • Experience using technical software: IRI, Nielsen, 84.51, Numerator, Market 6 & 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 KPI's, innovation, and other important information.
  • Provide follow up and summarize results; Submit success stories


Qualifications:


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 – 5 years related work experience


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

  • Demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Knowledge of Power BI would be a strong asset.
  • Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools.
  • Identifies and leverages 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 manages project plans and assumes responsibility for tracking, communication and timing.
  • Recognize problems and issues and identify the info needed to diagnose.
  • Demonstrate 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.


The incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values:


  • People Minded – Show dignity and respect to all people
  • Integrity – Exemplify the highest degree of ethical behavior
  • Results Oriented – Show passion, pride and commitment to succeed
  • Trust – Honest, sincere and confident
  • Teamwork – Build trusting relationships
  • Innovation – Progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and vision
  • Balance – Maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life.


Acosta/ Mosaic North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Mosaic reserves the right to modify all or part of any job descriptions at its discretion to meet and or exceed the needs of the business.


We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs, to the extent required by law

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  • Seniority level

    Associate
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Marketing, Other, and Strategy/Planning
  • Industries

    Consumer Services and Retail

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