Category Management Specialist

Procter & Gamble; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble in Minneapolis targets growth for Target. The Category Management Specialist partners with Target’s Merchandising and Space Planning to execute shelf planograms and drive in-store and online category performance.

You will own POG build preparation, data analytics across Nielsen, Numerator, and other data sources, and help implement category strategies. This is a full-time role with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent computer skills including intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. V-Lookups and Pivot tables) and PowerPoint.
• Technical aptitude and interest that enables quickly learning additional software applications for the POG process and data & Analytics.
• Strong focus and attention to detail.
• Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and problem solve independently and successfully manage multiple priorities at the same time.
• A self starter who takes the initiative to get things done.

Responsibilities

• Execute Category Data & Analytics for assigned category(ies) to enable insights and actionable recommendations.
• Own Target shelf planogram (POG) build process and related data prep for categories.
• Collaborate with Target partners in Merchandising and Space Planning & Transition.
• Contribute to team capability development and best-practices in Cat Man.

Skills

Excel & PowerPoint proficiency

POG software familiarity

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Independent work and multi-priority

Initiative / self-starter

Tools

POG systems

Nielsen scanning

Nielsen Omnishopper

Numerator

Job description

Job Location MINNEAPOLIS SALES OFFICE

Job Description

The Category Management Specialist (CMS) role is a key contributor to P&G Target Team Category Management’s mission of driving Target’s category growth in-store and online. CMS roles collaborate internally with P&G Category Managers and externally with Target partners in Merchandising and Space Planning & Transition, to deliver the following core responsibilities: Ensure flawless execution of category strategy within Target’s shelf layout by executing key components of Target’s shelf planogram (POG) build process for their assigned category(ies) plus flow support where needed across the Category Management (Cat Man) team. This scope includes owning key parts of the preparation for POG build (e.g. store groupings, assortment grids) and key parts of the POG build itself (e.g. manual building, marketing element implementation on POG, POG proof reading). Additionally: Own Target in India relationship regarding POG process. Be the expert on all POG systems / tools / software internally and externally with Target. undefined Execute Category Data & Analytics for their assigned category(ies) including item attribution to enable analytics & insights, annual Category Review analytics, and Weekly / Monthly / Ad-hoc analytics & insights development leading to actionable recommendations for Target strategies in-store and online. Capabilities leveraged include but are not limited to Target POS, Nielsen scanning, Nielsen Omnishopper panel, Numerator, and other Target and marketplace data sources. undefined Contribute to total Target Team Cat Man capability and work process best practices development and activation. This will vary based on business need but can include things like on-boarding / training programs and supporting team-wide automation / best practices projects.

Job Qualifications

• Excellent computer skills which include intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. V-Lookups and Pivot tables) and PowerPoint.
• Technical aptitude and interest that enables quickly learning additional software applications for the POG process and data & Analytics.
• Strong focus and attention to detail.
• Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and problem solve independently and successfully manage multiple priorities at the same time.
• A self starter who takes the initiative to get things done.

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page.

Job Schedule Full time

Job Number R000159898

Job Segmentation Entry Level

Starting Pay / Salary Range $92,000.00 - $109,000.00 / year

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