Overview
This is a Remote (work from home) Anywhere in the U.S.
You will provide a high level of support for the implementation of Category Management and other related business insights initiatives.
As an integral part of the team, you will create category-centric selling stories , provide analytical support to answer business questions, or understand the impact of category management-driven decisions on the business.
You will also manage multiple requests, projects, and reporting routines by taking a proactive approach to thought leadership with the client.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis /projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives
Experience using technical software: IRI, Nielsen - A MUST
Participate in the category review process working with other cross-functional teams to provide complete category management solutions.
Independently develop and maintain client-specific reporting that measures performance against strategies and objectives.
Work closely and often with assigned clients and business managers by setting up regular meetings to become a trusted advisor
Build solid sales presentations using syndicated , panel, basket, shopper and other sources of data that provide solutions and recommendations to address business issues.
Maintain connectivity with clients to ensure understanding of KPI's, innovation, and other important information.
Provide follow up and summarize results; Submit success stories
Attend sales calls
Qualifications
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Category Management Certification Preferred
Related work experience can be substituted for educational requirement
Work Experience Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
Must be able to demonstrate an advanced degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, VB, advanced macros. Knowledge of Power BI would be a strong asset.
Must have experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools.Identifies and leverages relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
Able to effectively and independently conduct data mining utilizing CPG math concepts and tools.
Communicates clearly and effectively while understanding and adapting to audience.
Independently manages project plans and assumes responsibility for tracking, communication and timing.
Able to recognize problems and issues and identify info needed to diagnose.
Demonstrates drive to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders
Able to execute strategic objectives and provide input as needed to keep priorities on track.
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Work State US-MI-Grand Rapids
Job ID 2023-223798
Work City Grand Rapids
PCN 268273
Position Type Regular Full-Time
Work Zip 49546
Category Corporate Jobs
