What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Category Leadership - Walmart position at SC Johnson?
SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.
The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 154,400.00 USD - 202,650.00 USD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.The Category leadership Director will lead a team of 9, supporting Walmart, to deliver shopper-led category growth and impact. This role sets the strategic direction for category leadership, translating insights into clear, actionable solutions that deepen buyer partnerships, grow the category and strengthen cross-functional alignment. Balancing strategic vision with strong execution, the Director will elevate ways of working, sharpen decision-making, and enable the team to deliver focused, high-impact outcomes in a fast-moving retail environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead Category Strategy and Influence: Guide the team in shaping category strategy and driving retailer engagement through insight-driven, solution-oriented recommendations.
- Drive Insights-Led Growth: Identify emerging trends, shopper behaviors, and best practices to inform customer strategies and elevate SCJ's role as a category thought leader.
- Customer Facing Leadership: Deliver actionable category solutions that align customer objectives, SCJ priorities, and broader category growth-positioning SCJ as a trusted advisor.
- Elevate Team and Capabilities: Champion talent development, capability building and thought leadership across team of 9, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree and minimum 10 years of relevant experience required. Advanced Degree preferred.
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS
- 7 years of category management experience, preferably with a CPG manufacturer
- Deep experience working with Walmart
- Proven people leader with experience building, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
- Strong buyer-facing presence with the ability to influence through insight, storytelling, and leadership judgment
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with disciplined execution, prioritization, and follow-through
- Confident decision maker who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous, and evolving business environments
- Data-driven, shopper-centric mindset with a passion for elevating ways of working and delivering impact
- A mindset of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities and elevating ways of working.
- Effective cross functional leadership, building alignment and momentum across teams
- Strong background in quantitative analysis; experience working with Scintilla, Nielsen and/or Circana & ShelfIQ
- Advanced skills in syndicated data tools, Microsoft Office Suite and space management software tools (JDA); previous experience analyzing retailer-supplied point-of-sale data and retailer loyalty card data, assortment analysis tools, and shelving & store analytics.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Full Time with approximately 10% travel
- This role is located in Rogers, AR
- The individual assuming this position may need to relocate for future opportunities.
- Eligible for 4:1 work from home.
- This role is not eligible for relocation.
Inclusion & Diversity
We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.
We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.
Better Together
At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.
Accommodation Requests
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