Hybrid Merchandising Analytics Analyst

P.L. Marketing, Inc.; Newport (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

P.L. Marketing, Inc. is seeking a Category Management professional to drive sales and margin growth for Kroger Our Brands in assigned categories. You will provide analytical and technical support to Corporate Managers and help develop sales plans and execute promotions.

The role involves presenting insights, educating the team on data sources, and collaborating with suppliers and internal PLM teams. This hybrid position requires in-office presence at least half a day weekly.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree in Business, Statistics, Marketing or Economics preferred.
• 2+ years of retail grocery experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of internet, email and web based applications.
• Understanding of Corporate Brands and their role in Kroger’s strategy preferred.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• This hybrid position will be required to work in our Corporate Office at least half day per week based on team schedule.
• Support sales planning process with internal and external data-driven insights.
• Research consumer behavior and trends and share insights with PL Marketing stakeholders.
• Continually educate self and team in new processes and data sources.
• Gain expertise in all facets of the grocery industry through internal and external sources.
• Present commodity insights and strategies to Kroger personnel.
• Enable Kroger's Category Managers, Corporate Brand Managers and Category Strategy Managers to reach sales goals.
• Influence pricing strategies, annual promotions and period sales plans to achieve targets.
• Communicate sales plans to Kroger Division PLM teams and oversee promotions at retail level.
• Work with sourcing to ensure inventory flow and timely communications with buyers.
• Submit TradePoint contracts, ESP and cost changes with ASP.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Business/Economics

Job description

P.L. Marketing, Inc. is seeking a Category Management professional to drive sales and margin growth for Kroger Our Brands in assigned categories. You will provide analytical and technical support to Corporate Managers and help develop sales plans and execute promotions.

The role involves presenting insights, educating the team on data sources, and collaborating with suppliers and internal PLM teams. This hybrid position requires in-office presence at least half a day weekly.