Remote Assistant Category Manager: Growth & Insights

DRiV; Southfield (MI); Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DRiV is seeking an Assistant Category Manager in a remote United States role. The position supports development and execution of category strategies to drive growth, profitability, and market competitiveness within the Performance Solutions portfolio.

You will work with sales, marketing, supply chain, finance, operations, and suppliers to optimize products through lifecycle management and pricing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two or more years of experience in category management, product management, marketing, sales analysis, business analysis, or a related commercial role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and business reporting tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across remote and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category plans aligned with business growth objectives.
• Assist with product introductions, line extensions, rationalization initiatives, and lifecycle planning.
• Monitor category performance and identify opportunities to improve revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Contribute to strategic planning activities and business reviews.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders to execute category initiatives.
• Support product launches, marketing campaigns, and customer-facing programs.
• Assist in resolving product, supply, or customer issues that affect category performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support category objectives.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to track category results.
• Analyze large data sets to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare presentations and business recommendations for leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate and consistent category data and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Power BI

ERP/CRM platforms

Job description

DRiV is seeking an Assistant Category Manager in a remote United States role. The position supports development and execution of category strategies to drive growth, profitability, and market competitiveness within the Performance Solutions portfolio.

You will work with sales, marketing, supply chain, finance, operations, and suppliers to optimize products through lifecycle management and pricing initiatives.