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National Category Manager (CPG)

Acosta

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About the role

Description This is a #hybrid position, working in the office 3 days a week.

You will 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.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze complex data and provide thoughtful, proactive guidance and recommendations that address the 4-Ps (product, pricing, promotion, placement), supporting the General Merchandise category .
  • 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 your client's KPIs that drive profit & sales and deliver data reports to the scorecard 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 Requirements:

  • High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
  • Related work experience can be substituted for the educational requirement
  • Category Management Certification Preferred

Work Experience Requirements :

  • 3+ years related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:

  • Solid working knowledge of the CPG industry (data sources, tools, concepts, etc.).
  • Proficient in industry tools utilized in the completion of the work assigned.
  • Demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI as needed.
  • Advanced skill in plan preparation and delivering effective solutions .
  • Extrapolate opportunities to drive results based on analysis of a business challenge or opportunity.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively while understanding and adapting to the audience.
  • Independently manages and, at times, leads project plans and assumes responsibility for tracking, communication, and timing.
  • Break down larger problems into smaller components and potential resolutions .
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, gaining trust and respect, leading to optimal execution of results .
  • Execute against strategic objectives by developing tactical plans .

#DiscoverYourPath About Us Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category: Marketing

Position Type: Full time

Business Unit: Sales

Salary Range: $77200.00 - $95000.00

Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC

Req ID: 35937

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