Category Insights Manager: Growth & Market Trends

Clear Destination Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking a Category Insights Manager to uncover growth opportunities using syndicated research, data from Scintilla and MADRID, and ad hoc studies. You will translate insights into actions that shape Give & Go’s strategies at Walmart and Sam’s, continuously assessing opportunities, risks, and white space.

The role involves developing reporting dashboards (sales, forecast, funnel) and supporting the innovation pipeline with trend analysis and market context.

Qualifications

• Degree in business/marketing required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in market research or related analytics.
• Strong analytical and trend analysis skills.
• Experience using Nielsen, Circana, Walmart Scintilla, and Sam’s MADRID.
• Excellent communication and ability to distill insights.
• Ability to work with diverse groups in multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Translate insights into innovative business strategies with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support customer line reviews using Walmart tools and translate insights into execution plans.
• Provide product-specific recommendations aligned with WM/Sam’s and G&G strategy.
• Monitor general market trends and advise on portfolio opportunities.
• Develop and present monthly and quarterly category reviews to WM team and cross-functionals.
• Own key reporting such as sales performance, contribution tracker, scorecard, forecast, and funnel.

Skills

Trend analysis

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Risk assessment

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing

Tools

Nielsen

Circana

Walmart Scintilla

Sam's MADRID

Job description

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking a Category Insights Manager to uncover growth opportunities using syndicated research, data from Scintilla and MADRID, and ad hoc studies. You will translate insights into actions that shape Give & Go’s strategies at Walmart and Sam’s, continuously assessing opportunities, risks, and white space.

The role involves developing reporting dashboards (sales, forecast, funnel) and supporting the innovation pipeline with trend analysis and market context.