What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Category Analyst (CPG) position at Acosta Group?
**DESCRIPTION**
**\#Hybrid** **3 days in our office** on **Pinnicale Hills Parkway** in **Rogers, AR** .
The **Senior Category Manager** is a **client‑facing** analytics partner who works with Account Teams and client leadership to **identify** inventory, supply chain, and sales opportunities, **translating data** **into** **actionable insights** .
You will **deliver forward‑looking analysis** , decision‑ready dashboards, and recommendations that improve inventory health, supply flow, and sales performance.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Client‑Facing Analytics & Strategic Enablement**
Partner with Account Managers and clients to translate data into actionable insights that guide inventory, supply chain, and shipment decisions.
**Inventory & On‑Shelf Availability (OSA) Analytics**
Analyze store‑ and DC‑level inventory signals to identify OSA, out‑of‑stock, phantom, and excess inventory risks, and communicate insights that enable timely corrective action.
**Supply Chain & Purchase Order Tracking**
Monitor purchase orders across quantities, ship windows, and DC delivery timing to identify forecast and demand misalignment and surface supply risks early.
**Sales & Shipment Opportunity Identification**
Analyze brand‑level sales relative to inventory and supply to identify demand‑driven shipment opportunities tied to promotions, features, and inventory constraints.
**Client‑Ready Dashboards (Scintilla & Power BI)**
Design and maintain Power BI dashboards using **Scintilla data** to surface inventory health, sales vs. forecast, and supply flow, ensuring dashboards are intuitive, scalable, and structured for **direct client consumption** .
**Account Manager Partnership & Client Engagement**
Partner closely with Account Managers to prepare for client meetings, **interpret analytical outputs** , and **communicate insights confidently** through structured data **storytelling** that connects findings to clear business implications and **recommended next steps** .
**Insight Leadership & Analytical Standards**
Provide **analytical leadership** by ensuring insights are clear, sound, and **decision‑focused** .
Establish high standards that position Business Intelligence as a **strategic partner** .
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education and Work Experience**
High School Diploma/GED
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience); **Category Management certification preferred**
**3 years** of experience in **Category Management, CPG Analytics, or a related field**
Strong knowledge of **CPG** category fundamentals and **syndicated data**
**Advanced** Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI or data visualization experience a plus
Proven ability to translate insights into **actionable** recommendations
**Strong** communication and stakeholder partnership skills
**Physical Abilities:** Seeing - Color Perception - Touching
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**ABOUT US**
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
**Job Category:** Marketing
**Position Type:** Full time
**Business Unit:** Corporate
**Salary Range:** $85,800.00 - $105,000.00
**Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
**Req ID:** 26046
Salary : $85,800 - $105,000