National Category Manager (CPG)

**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

Salary : $77,200 - $95,000