Junior Category & Merchandising Analyst

Circle K; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K in Charlotte, NC is seeking a merchandising analyst to support category management with data-driven insights, pricing, and in-store execution. The role emphasizes analyzing large data sets to guide critical business decisions and collaborating with Category Managers on local plans and promotions.

You will assist local vendor contacts for item setup, pricing, and logistics, manage planogram execution, and help drive sales incentives. Requires strong MS Office skills and up to 60% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, management, business economics, or related field preferred.
• One to Three years of work experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented and able to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• May require up to 60% travel. Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Generate, analyze, and draw conclusions on large data sets to support category management decisions.
• Assist Category and Merchandise Managers with vendor contacts for item setup, pricing, costs, logistics, in-stocks, etc.
• Plan, track, and execute vendor/operations sales incentives and contests.
• Support local planogram assortment planning and process improvements.
• Collaborate on promotional and pricing management and execute local activities.
• Engage in in-store merchandising and travel as needed to support operations.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and publications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Circle K in Charlotte, NC is seeking a merchandising analyst to support category management with data-driven insights, pricing, and in-store execution. The role emphasizes analyzing large data sets to guide critical business decisions and collaborating with Category Managers on local plans and promotions.

You will assist local vendor contacts for item setup, pricing, and logistics, manage planogram execution, and help drive sales incentives. Requires strong MS Office skills and up to 60% travel.