This is a #Hybrid position - Open to candidates in Eastern or Central time zones, working in the office 3 days per week.
We’re seeking a strategic leader to drive Category Management and business insights. You’ll develop selling strategies, provide analytical support, and assess the impact of category decisions for Harris Teeter —all while leading a small team.
- Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis/projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives
- Experience using technical software: Circana, Nielsen, 84.51, Numerator, Market6 & 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.
- Manage a team of Category Management Analysts
- Maintain connectivity with clients to ensure understanding of KPIs, innovation, and other important information.
- Provide follow-up and summarize results; Submit success stories & attend sales calls
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, and 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 manage project plans and assume responsibility for tracking, communication, and timing.
- Recognize problems and issues and identify the information 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.
Physical Abilities
- Seeing
- Color Perception
- Touching
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