Hybrid CPG Category Lead: Insight-Driven Growth

Acosta; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta is seeking a business insights professional to lead the partnership between Acosta and our client. This hybrid role requires 3 office days per week and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced, insight-driven analytical solutions that drive actionable insights and profitable recommendations.

You will work with a deep understanding of sales drivers affecting clients and customers, delivering data reports and becoming a trusted advisor through regular client

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• Category Management Certification Preferred.
• 3+ years related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex data and provide thoughtful guidance and recommendations addressing product, pricing, promotion, and placement for General Merchandise.
• Lead the category review process through the 3-call process with cross-functional teams.
• Build compelling sales presentations using syndicated and shopper data for in-depth analysis.
• Understand client KPIs that drive profit and sales and deliver data reports.
• Set up regular meetings with clients and business managers to act as a trusted advisor.
• Provide follow-up and summarize results; create case studies and success stories.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Acosta is seeking a business insights professional to lead the partnership between Acosta and our client. This hybrid role requires 3 office days per week and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced, insight-driven analytical solutions that drive actionable insights and profitable recommendations.

You will work with a deep understanding of sales drivers affecting clients and customers, delivering data reports and becoming a trusted advisor through regular client