Beverage Category Strategy & Planning Lead

Beer Capitol Distributing LLC; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Savings Plan

Life, Short & Long Term Disability

PTO

Job summary

Beer Capitol Distributing LLC is hiring a Category Planning Specialist in Sussex, WI. You will develop strategies to grow beverage category size and value, using data, shopper insights, and retailer collaboration to drive distribution and shelf space improvements.

The role involves analyzing account data, presenting proposals to retailers, and coordinating with sales teams to implement strategic category plans. Strong communication and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong planning skills.
• Able to analyze data and translate insights into category plans.
• Experience in beverage or CPG industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains understanding of retailers' strategies and goals.
• Leverages data sources, analytics, and shopper insights for plan analysis.
• Tracks distribution and sales revenue with sales leaders and chain management.
• Presents proposals to retailers and distributors to grow beverage category.
• Designs category management plans to grow space and assortment.
• Maintains retailer database and performs account analysis to drive market share.

Skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Presentation skills

eoStar proficiency

Data analytics

Sales knowledge

Category management software

Negotiation skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

eoStar

Route accounting software

Job description

Beer Capitol Distributing LLC is hiring a Category Planning Specialist in Sussex, WI. You will develop strategies to grow beverage category size and value, using data, shopper insights, and retailer collaboration to drive distribution and shelf space improvements.

The role involves analyzing account data, presenting proposals to retailers, and coordinating with sales teams to implement strategic category plans. Strong communication and project management are essential.