Category Analyst; CPG

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This opportunity is open on the East Coast, working #hybrid on-site 3 days a week in an Acosta Group office. You will generate data and insights in support of category management and sales projects and initiatives, including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad‑hoc analytics.

• Provide analytical support for category management and sales projects and initiatives utilizing various CPG and retailer data sources and tools.
• Ensure quality control of data sources and accuracy of deliverables, often requiring engagement with BI associates and data/tool vendors.
• Build and update weekly and monthly dashboards and provide actionable insights.
• Participate in the development of sales presentations incorporating syndicated data and other sources to address business issues.
• Work closely with business managers to ensure quality results are delivered.
• Keep abreast of client KPIs, strategies, innovation, and other important information.

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred).

• 1–3 years of related work experience.

• Intermediate proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros is a strong asset.
• Experience with retailer POS, syndicated data, and/or category/spatial management tools is 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 communicates and interacts with others and works well within a team.

• Seeing, color perception, touching.

Acosta is part of 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 teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merchandising representatives make brands shine across the world.

With over 20,000 associates, we are a community of forward‑thinking, value‑driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency. We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why many of our field roles offer flexible scheduling options.

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Position Type:
Full‑time
Business Unit:
Sales
Salary Range: $52,200.00 – $60,000.00
Company:
Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
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Location:

East Coast (hybrid, 3 days on‑site)