Sr. Category Manager

Rarr Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Space Planner with expertise in JDA and retail management. This role involves leading projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging advanced data analysis to enhance space productivity. You will be the go-to expert for planograms, ensuring best practices are followed while mentoring new team members. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will drive continuous improvement and foster an inclusive team culture. If you are passionate about space planning and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Space Planning and Retail.
• Advanced knowledge of JDA and space management technology.
• Strong data analysis skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Contribute to planograms and customized shelving plans.
• Mentor new hires and guide junior analysts.

Skills

Space Planning

JDA

Retail

FMCG

Project Management

Data Analysis

Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

JDA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Functional Responsibilities

• Be a single point of contact for complex category/region by mastering Process and Category knowledge.
• Partner with Category Managers / KAMs to build business context and create effortless partnership.
• Display advanced Project management skills to lead multiple projects seamlessly and ensure timely delivery.
• Knowledge Sharing: Gain in-depth knowledge of PepsiCo business, categories, products, tools, and share learnings with the team regularly.
• Contribute to the execution of planograms, reports, tools, and customized shelving/assortment plans by leveraging merchandising guidelines.
• Manage end-to-end Best-in-class Planograms, becoming an SME for most categories.
• Acquire Space automation skills to automate planogram execution or space analysis skills to improve space productivity.
• Recognize opportunities and take action to improve work delivery.
• Display a high sense of accountability when completing requests with high visibility or tight deadlines.
• Scale-up growth by identifying areas where continuous improvement is needed, both within existing scope and new opportunities.
• Create an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Work in a team environment with a focus on achieving team goals.
• Actively learn and apply advanced expertise in JDA, MS Excel, and other relevant applications.
• Collaborate with peers to share best practices and enhance the team's ability to address business questions with added value.
• Actively learn and implement principles of trade & category management.
• Mentor/train new hires and guide Associate/Sr/Space Analysts as needed.

Key Skills/Experience Required

• 7 - 10 years of experience in Space Planning, JDA, Retail, or FMCG.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with space management technology platform JDA.
• Ability to work collaboratively and proactively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Advanced project management or space automation skills.
• Strong data analysis skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.