Category Analyst (CPG)
Acosta Sales & Marketing, San Antonio, TX, United States
DESCRIPTION
This is a #Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office, based in an EST or CST location.
You will generate data and insights in support of category management and sales projects and initiatives (including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad‑hoc analytics).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions
Provide analytical support for category management and sales projects and initiatives utilizing various CPG and Retailer data sources and tools.
Responsible for quality control of data sources and ensuring accuracy of deliverables, often requiring engagement with other BI associates and data/tool vendors.
Build and update weekly and monthly dashboards and provide insights.
Participate in the development of sales presentations incorporating syndicated data and other sources of data that address business issues.
Work closely with business managers to ensure quality results are delivered.
Keep abreast of clients KPIs, strategies, innovation, and other important information.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Work Experience Requirements
1+ years of related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements
Demonstrate an intermediate degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros would be a strong asset.
Experience with retailer POS, syndicated data, and/or category /space management tools would be an asset.
Demonstrates a drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve.
Able to understand and apply basic math and CPG principles in achievement of assigned work.
Effectively communicate and interact with others and work effectively within a team.
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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 AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.
Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.
By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use.
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Category: Marketing
Position Type: Full time
Business Unit: Sales
Salary Range: $52,200.00 - $65,000.00
Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
Req ID: 26332
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This is a #Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office, based in an EST or CST location.
You will generate data and insights in support of category management and sales projects and initiatives (including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad‑hoc analytics).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions
Provide analytical support for category management and sales projects and initiatives utilizing various CPG and Retailer data sources and tools.
Responsible for quality control of data sources and ensuring accuracy of deliverables, often requiring engagement with other BI associates and data/tool vendors.
Build and update weekly and monthly dashboards and provide insights.
Participate in the development of sales presentations incorporating syndicated data and other sources of data that address business issues.
Work closely with business managers to ensure quality results are delivered.
Keep abreast of clients KPIs, strategies, innovation, and other important information.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Work Experience Requirements
1+ years of related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements
Demonstrate an intermediate degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros would be a strong asset.
Experience with retailer POS, syndicated data, and/or category /space management tools would be an asset.
Demonstrates a drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve.
Able to understand and apply basic math and CPG principles in achievement of assigned work.
Effectively communicate and interact with others and work effectively within a team.
Physical
Seeing
Color Perception
Touching
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 AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.
Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.
By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use.
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Category: Marketing
Position Type: Full time
Business Unit: Sales
Salary Range: $52,200.00 - $65,000.00
Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
Req ID: 26332
#J-18808-Ljbffr