Sr Category Analyst; CPG

Sr Category Analyst (CPG)

Acosta Group

Locations: within 2 hours of Cincinnati, Ohio.

$62,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Lead business insights partnership between Acosta and clients across all departments of the store, working with cross‑functional teams to deliver advanced, insight‑driven analytical solutions that provide actionable insights, business solutions, and profitable recommendations. Deep understanding of sales drivers that affect clients and customers.

• Analyze complex data and provide thoughtful, proactive guidance and recommendations addressing the 4‑Ps (product, pricing, promotion, placement).
• Lead and direct the category review process through the 3‑call process while engaging with cross‑functional teams to provide a complete category management solution.
• Build compelling sales presentations using syndicated, shopper, and other data sources that provide in‑depth analysis and solutions addressing current business issues.
• Understand the clients’ KPIs that drive profit & sales and deliver data reports to scorecards or validate progress.
• Work closely and often with clients and business managers by setting up regular meetings to become a trusted advisor.
• Provide follow‑up and summarize results of analysis; create case studies and success stories.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• Related work experience may substitute for the educational requirement
• Category Management Certification Preferred

Work Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Solid working knowledge of the CPG industry (data sources, tools, concepts, etc.).
• Preferred: working knowledge of Kroger and its data systems (84.51 and Circana).
• Proficiency with industry tools utilized in the completion of work assigned.
• Advanced proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Advanced planning, preparation, and delivery of effective solutions.
• Extrapolate opportunities to drive results based on analysis of a business challenge or opportunity.
• Communicate clearly and effectively while understanding and adapting to the audience.
• Independently manages and, at times, leads project plans and assumes responsibility for tracking, communication, and timing.
• Break down larger problems into smaller components and potential resolutions.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, gaining trust and respect, leading to optimal execution of results.
• Execute against strategic objectives by developing tactical plans.

Physical Abilities

• Seeing
• Color Perception
• Touching

Acosta is part of the Acosta Group, a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and food service 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. We value work–life balance, offering many field roles with flexible scheduling options.

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