Associate Category Manager

Employer Industry: Retail

• Salary range up to $65,000
• Opportunity for career advancement within the organization
• Collaborative work environment with cross‑functional teams
• Chance to work with leading vendors and gain industry insights
• Flexible schedule with potential travel opportunities
• Engage in creative and analytical projects within category management

• Analyze market trends and industry practices to identify opportunities in sales, units, and margin for assigned categories
• Collaborate daily with vendors and internal teams to create marketing promotions and manage the promotional process
• Develop analysis and presentations with actionable recommendations
• Assist with sales forecasting and pricing products according to guidelines and competitive environment
• Create best‑in‑class planograms to fit various store layouts for assigned product categories to achieve sales goals

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• Experience in Retail Category Management, Merchandising, or Marketing
• Strong analytical skills with a detail‑oriented mindset
• Advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite, particularly Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, etc.)
• Exemplary written and oral communication skills

• Experience in process‑oriented roles with the ability to think strategically and tactically
• Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, and time management
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines

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