Grocery Channel Category Leader: Growth & Insights

Shearer's Foods, Inc.; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearer’s Foods, Inc. in Massillon, OH is seeking a Category Manager for the Grocery Channel to drive category growth through data-based recommendations and strong customer partnerships.

You will analyze syndicated data, develop assortment and shelf strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support launches, promotions, and category reviews. A focus on storytelling and influencer relations will be essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Category Management or related CPG functions.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong proficiency in NIQ, Circana, retailer POS, and data analysis.
• Excellent presentation, storytelling, and influencing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead category growth initiatives for Grocery Channel and drive data-based recommendations.
• Develop category reviews, assortment recommendations, and growth plans.
• Collaborate with merchandising and cross-functional teams to execute plans.
• Translate insights into customer-facing stories and presentations.
• Support strategic planning and joint business planning with retailers.

Skills

Category Management

Data Analysis

Storytelling

Influencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Analytics, Finance

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

NIQ / Circana

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Shearer’s Foods, Inc. in Massillon, OH is seeking a Category Manager for the Grocery Channel to drive category growth through data-based recommendations and strong customer partnerships.

You will analyze syndicated data, develop assortment and shelf strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support launches, promotions, and category reviews. A focus on storytelling and influencer relations will be essential.