Sr Category Manager (CPG)

**DESCRIPTION** This position will work **\#hybrid** , 3 days in the office. You will **lead** the development and utilization of data that enables our sales team and broker partners to secure **Category Advisor** or **Category Captain** status with our customers. You also provide project management & coordination for **Space Planning projects** . **RESPONSIBILITIES** Manage all activities involved in **space planning** and merchandising for the assigned categories for the assigned clients and customers. **Train, supervise,** and **evaluate direct reports** against completion of performance agreements, maintaining **scorecards,** and submitting **success stories** . Responsible for **analyzing data to develop recommendations** geared towards our clients and/or customers’ strategic objectives. Oversee the team’s preparation of **space management client-deliverables** to support **category reviews** , including charts, graphs, velocity reports, financial metrics, and **planogram** layouts. Engage regularly with clients to fully understand their needs; **develop proposals** to meet the client(s) and customer(s) expectations. Serve as the client’s advocate to Acosta to ensure our services and performance align with their expectations. Provide **analytical support for category management projects** and initiatives, including the **development and maintenance of planograms** , store clustering, implementing merchandising standards, and utilizing Acosta’s internal and proprietary tools; leverage automation capabilities wherever possible. **QUALIFICATIONS** **5 years** of relevant experience in **Retail** or **Consumer Package Goods** (CPG) Demonstrated knowledge of Space Management solutions and Retail data analytics (i.e. Blue Yonder/JDA, Nielson, Circana, etc) **Microsoft Office Suite** applications (i.e. **PowerPoint** and **Excel)** is to conduct data mining utilizing syndicated data sources and CPG math concepts. **Data analysis** and **project management** background are a _plus_ . Experience **managing a team** of varying skill sets and capabilities. **Communicate** clearly and effectively to manage projects while assuming responsibility for tracking, tollgates, **team performance,** and **team accountability** . **\#DiscoverYourPath** **ABOUT US** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Marketing **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $77,200.00 - $95,000.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 31392

Salary : $77,200 - $95,000