Category Management Manager, Albertsons

Unilever; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 99,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company is seeking a Category Management Manager to lead the development of growth recommendations for Albertsons. The ideal candidate has 3-4 years of Category Management experience, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a strong proficiency in relevant tools. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, all while working in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 3-4 years Category Management experience interfacing with Customers.
• Proficient in leveraging Category Management principles.
• Ability to create and present insight-driven analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop category growth recommendations based on data and shopper focus.
• Act as a resource for Category and Shopper expertise.
• Build relationships with management at Albertsons and Unilever.

Skills

Category Management experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Presentation skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Circana

Numerator Insights

Retailer Loyalty Data

Richmix

Job description

Join us as Category Management Manager, Albertsons

Location: Remote, USA

Terms & Conditions: Full time, International assignment is not available for this role and relocation for local and international candidates is not provided

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

JOB PURPOSE

The Category Manager delivers objective strategic thought leadership and insights to drive solutions that accelerate growth for Albertsons and Unilever. This position will work across the Banners of Albertsons to lead and develop Category growth recommendations using all Category Management capabilities and insights.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Develop category growth recommendations which are data led and shopper focused.
• Become the go-to resource for Albertsons for Category and Shopper expertise across Food Categories.
• Power User and ability to develop insight-based recommendations through the integration of Category Management Tools such as Circana, Richmix, Numerator Insights, Retailer Loyalty Data
• Develop strong relationships with various levels of management at Albertsons and Unilever.
• Pro-actively support Team Lead and CBMs on key business opportunities and provide actionable growth recommendations.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

• 3-4 years Category Management experience interfacing with Customers:
• Ability to handle multiple Foods categories at once across Banners.
• Ability to proactively create and present insight driven analysis with recommendations.
• Proficient in leveraging Category Management principles, Circana, Shopper/Consumer Insights, Retailer Loyalty Data, Richmix, Numerator Insights.
• Ability to work independently with short deadlines, across multiple priorities and in a team environment.
• Excellent planning, analytical, communication skills required.
• Strong PowerPoint, Excel, and presentation skills
• Travel – As Needed for in person customer appointment

Pay: The pay range for this position is $99,760 to $149,640. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits.

Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.