Sr Category Manager (Retail Analytics)

**DESCRIPTION** This is a **\#hybrid** position working **3 days** per week i **n the office** . As a key member of the team, you will bring data to life by **connecting insights, trends, and shopper behaviors into clear stories that inform strategy** . You will leverage syndicated and customer data to uncover what’s happening in the market—and more importantly, **why it matters** . Your ability to **synthesize complex information** and **translate analysis into actionable, executive‑ready storytelling** will help **shape category and commercial strategies** for a portfolio of well‑known Nutrition brands - This is **not** a Power BI Developer role. **RESPONSIBILITIES** Design and deliver **automated, scalable reporting solutions** (Power BI, Excel, syndicated databases) to track category performance, distribution, assortment, pricing, and promotional effectiveness Translate large, complex datasets (POS, Nielsen/Circana, panel, loyalty, internal shipment data) into **actionable insights, predictive hypotheses, and prioritized growth opportunities** Build and maintain **Power BI dashboards** for category health monitoring, executive scorecards, and ad‑hoc analytics, reducing manual reporting cycle time Partner with retailer analytics and insights teams to co‑develop **advanced diagnostic and prescriptive analyses** supporting category strategy decisions Contribute to executive‑ready presentations including **market trends, competitive analytics, panel data, whitespace identification, SWOT, and assortment optimization** **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in business analytics, market research, statistics, or any related field **Work Experience:** 5 years related work experience, preferably in the **CPG industry** Hands‑on experience with **syndicated** and customer scan data (e.g., **Nielsen** , Numerator), using insights to shape strategic narratives Proven ability to **synthesize complex data into clear, actionable recommendations** that guide business decisions Strong communication and **presentation** skills, with confidence in telling **concise, executive‑ready stories** **Detail‑oriented, analytical mindset** with the ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining clarity and focus in a **fast‑paced environment** **\#DiscoverYourPath** **ABOUT US** Acosta is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world. But it’s not just about what we do – it’s about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we’re a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers. 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. The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. If you want more information on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, please use the link provided to access information on our use of E-Verify and your right to work. Employer Resources (e-verify.gov) By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. **\#DiscoverYourPath** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Marketing **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $85,500.00 - $100,000.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 31411 **Employer Description:** US\_ACOSTA\_EMPLOYER DESC

Salary : $85,500 - $100,000