Category Analyst (CPG)

Acosta Group; Wilmington (OH); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail sales services is seeking a Category Analyst to provide analytical support and category management for clients. This hybrid position requires in-office presence for 3 days a week. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and strong analytical skills, with proficiency in tools like Excel and Power BI. Join a dynamic team to make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Up to one year of related work experience.
• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for category management projects.
• Build, update, and refresh weekly and monthly dashboards.
• Collaborate with business managers to deliver quality results.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

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Description

This position is #hybrid, requiring in-office presence for 3 days per week, for candidates living near an Acosta Group office.

You will provide category management and analytical support to your assigned clients and customers.

This includes generating data and insights to support category management projects such as category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad-hoc analytics.

Responsibilities

1. Provide analytical support for category management projects using various CPG data sources and tools.
2. Ensure quality control of data sources and accuracy of deliverables, coordinating with BI associates and data vendors.
3. Build, update, and refresh weekly and monthly dashboards.
4. Develop sales presentations incorporating syndicated and other data sources addressing business issues.
5. Collaborate with business managers to deliver quality results.
6. Stay informed about clients' KPIs, strategies, and innovations.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• Up to one year of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, PowerPoint; knowledge of Power BI and macros is a plus.
• Experience with syndicated data and space management tools is an asset.
• Results-driven with energy and initiative.
• Basic math and CPG principles understanding.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

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About Us

Acosta Group specializes in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, helping brands succeed in omnichannel shopping. With over 20,000 team members, we value growth, trust, transparency, and work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful impact for our clients and their customers.

We offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and are committed to equal employment opportunities.

Job Details:

• Category: Marketing
• Type: Full time
• Business Unit: Sales
• Salary Range: $52,200 - $65,200
• Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
• Req ID: 5937

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services