Category & Insights Analyst (Chicago)
Lack + Daily Marketing Recruiting Experts, Chicago, IL, United States
Category & Insights Analyst – Food CPG
Chicago, IL (Downtown)
|
Full-time, Onsite (5 days/week)
No relocation assistance offered
We’re partnering with a
private equity-backed food company
with a portfolio of well-known brands to hire a
Category & Insights Analyst . This is a unique opportunity to join a
high-growth, build-mode organization
where you’ll play a key role in shaping category strategy and supporting major retail relationships.
If you love working with data, building compelling selling stories, and influencing both internal teams and retail partners - this is a strong career-building role.
Why This Role Stands Out
Join a
fast-growing, entrepreneurial CPG business
Work on
iconic brands with strong retail presence
High visibility with both
sales teams and retail customers
Opportunity to influence
category strategy, assortment, and merchandising
Broad exposure across
insights, analytics, and customer-facing work
What You’ll Own
Category Insights & Analytics
Analyze syndicated data (Nielsen/IRI/SPINS), POS, and panel data to identify trends and opportunities
Deliver ongoing
consumption reporting and KPI tracking
Translate complex data into
clear, actionable insights
Customer & Sales Support
Build
fact-based selling stories
for retail partners
Support sales presentations, including
innovation sell-in and assortment recommendations
Provide retailer-specific insights to improve performance and drive growth
Category Strategy & Merchandising
Develop recommendations on
assortment, pricing, and merchandising strategies
Support
planogram (POG) development
and optimization
Leverage category expertise to influence retail decisions
Research & Trend Identification
Identify opportunities for additional research to deepen consumer and category understanding
Stay on top of
emerging trends in food and CPG
✅ What We’re Looking For
2+ years of experience in
Category Management, Insights, Market Research, Sales, or Marketing (CPG preferred)
Strong experience with
syndicated data (Nielsen, IRI, SPINS)
Advanced skills in
Excel and PowerPoint
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into insights and recommendations
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree required
Ideal Profile
You are:
Highly
analytical and detail-oriented
A proactive self-starter who thrives in a
fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Comfortable working cross-functionally and supporting sales teams
Passionate about
food, consumer behavior, and retail trends
Chicago, IL (Downtown)
|
Full-time, Onsite (5 days/week)
No relocation assistance offered
We’re partnering with a
private equity-backed food company
with a portfolio of well-known brands to hire a
Category & Insights Analyst . This is a unique opportunity to join a
high-growth, build-mode organization
where you’ll play a key role in shaping category strategy and supporting major retail relationships.
If you love working with data, building compelling selling stories, and influencing both internal teams and retail partners - this is a strong career-building role.
Why This Role Stands Out
Join a
fast-growing, entrepreneurial CPG business
Work on
iconic brands with strong retail presence
High visibility with both
sales teams and retail customers
Opportunity to influence
category strategy, assortment, and merchandising
Broad exposure across
insights, analytics, and customer-facing work
What You’ll Own
Category Insights & Analytics
Analyze syndicated data (Nielsen/IRI/SPINS), POS, and panel data to identify trends and opportunities
Deliver ongoing
consumption reporting and KPI tracking
Translate complex data into
clear, actionable insights
Customer & Sales Support
Build
fact-based selling stories
for retail partners
Support sales presentations, including
innovation sell-in and assortment recommendations
Provide retailer-specific insights to improve performance and drive growth
Category Strategy & Merchandising
Develop recommendations on
assortment, pricing, and merchandising strategies
Support
planogram (POG) development
and optimization
Leverage category expertise to influence retail decisions
Research & Trend Identification
Identify opportunities for additional research to deepen consumer and category understanding
Stay on top of
emerging trends in food and CPG
✅ What We’re Looking For
2+ years of experience in
Category Management, Insights, Market Research, Sales, or Marketing (CPG preferred)
Strong experience with
syndicated data (Nielsen, IRI, SPINS)
Advanced skills in
Excel and PowerPoint
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into insights and recommendations
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree required
Ideal Profile
You are:
Highly
analytical and detail-oriented
A proactive self-starter who thrives in a
fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Comfortable working cross-functionally and supporting sales teams
Passionate about
food, consumer behavior, and retail trends