Category Analyst; CPG

DESCRIPTION

This position is open to candidates located within a two-hour drive of Cincinnati, Ohio. You will be expected to travel to the Cincinnati office for monthly in-person meetings.

You will provide category management /
analytic support to your assigned clients and customers.

This includes generating data and insights in support of category management projects and initiatives (including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad-hoc analytics).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide analytical support for category management projects and initiatives utilizing various CPG data sources and tools
  .
• Responsible for quality control of data sources and ensuring accuracy of deliverables
  , often requiring engagement with other BI associates and data/tool vendors.
• Build, update and refresh weekly and monthly dashboards
• Participate in the development of sales presentations incorporating syndicated and other sources of data that addresses business issues.
• Work closely with business managers to ensure quality results are delivered
• Keep abreast of clients KPI's, strategies, innovation and other important information.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Work Experience Requirements:

• Up to one year of related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:

• Demonstrate an intermediate degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros would be a strong asset.
• Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools would be an asset.
• Demonstrates a drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve.
• Able to understand and apply basic math and CPG principles in the achievement of assigned work.
• Effectively communicate and interact with others and work effectively within a team.

Acosta is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.