Assistant Manager, Category

NEWELL; Brampton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Manager for Category Management. This role requires a blend of analytical skills and strategic insight to drive category sales growth in collaboration with Walmart's merchant team. The ideal candidate will leverage data to provide actionable insights and recommendations, ensuring alignment with consumer behavior trends. With a focus on relationship building and effective communication, this position offers a dynamic opportunity to influence major business decisions in a fast-paced environment. If you are self-motivated and thrive under pressure, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in category management within a leading CPG company.
• Knowledge of Category Management tools and proven success in the field.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for the category, offering strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights.

Skills

Category Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Project Management

Excel

PowerPoint

Retailer POS Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Tools

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

SharePoint

JDA/Blue Yonder

Job description

Job ID: 5001

Alternate Locations:

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid, and Sharpie, and 25,000 talented employees worldwide. Our high-performance culture, curiosity, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is guided by core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Manager, Category will serve as Walmart's category expert, providing insights and go-to-market recommendations. They will collaborate with Walmart's merchant team to analyze data, identify business insights, and develop strategies to grow total category sales. The role involves strategic leadership and deep knowledge of the category and consumer behavior to drive profitable results.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Act as the subject matter expert for the category, offering guidance and strategic recommendations.
2. Utilize syndicated data to support Walmart in making informed decisions based on actionable insights.
3. Generate regular and ad hoc reports to identify opportunities and recommend solutions for growth.
4. Manage the annual relay process, including drawing and submitting MODS.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Category Development, Consumer & Shopper Insights) to deliver impactful insights and recommendations.
6. Develop and deliver presentations to stakeholders, including category reviews and consumer/shopper POVs.
7. Analyze multi-channel purchasing behaviors and monitor marketplace trends related to channel shifting.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
2. 1-2 years of experience in category management within a leading CPG company; Walmart Advisor experience preferred.
3. Knowledge of Category Management tools, philosophies, and proven success in the field.
4. Ability to build strong relationships with Walmart and internal teams.
5. Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
6. Advanced skills in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and familiarity with space planning software (JDA/Blue Yonder).
7. Experience with syndicated data metrics and retailer POS data (e.g., NPD, IRI, Nielsen, Retail Link).
8. Ability to analyze data sources and present key insights effectively.
9. Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a global consumer goods leader with well-known brands including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, and Coleman. We aim to delight consumers by enhancing everyday moments.