Emerging Beverage Category Manager (Data-Driven)

Circle K Stores Inc.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K Stores Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Jr. Category Manager for Packaged Beverage to support category management with data-driven insights.

You will assist with item setup, pricing, costs, and logistics, and help execute local promotions and planograms. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to travel up to 60%. Bachelor's degree preferred and 1–3 years of relevant experience in retail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in finance, management, business economics, or related field.
• One to three years of work experience preferred.
• Retail experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist Category and Merchandise Managers in day-to-day local vendor contact (item setup, pricing, costs, logistics).
• Plan, track, and execute vendor/operations sales incentives and/or contests.
• Support local planogram assortment planning and process, and promotional/pricing management.
• Collaborate on local activities and in-store merchandising opportunities; occasional overnight travel.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Vendor coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, management, business economics, or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Circle K Stores Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Jr. Category Manager for Packaged Beverage to support category management with data-driven insights.

You will assist with item setup, pricing, costs, and logistics, and help execute local promotions and planograms. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to travel up to 60%. Bachelor's degree preferred and 1–3 years of relevant experience in retail.