Sr. Category Analyst (CPG) Job at Acosta Group, Rogers, AR

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  • Acosta Group
  • Rogers, AR

Job Description

**DESCRIPTION** This position offers a **\#hybrid** **3-4 days a week.** You will perform a valuable role in supporting the category advisor team and building a strong partnership with our Client by **providing merchandising solutions** and decision support that **drive business growth** . You will conduct **high-quality** **analysis** and synthesis of multi-source data to evaluate **item performance, assortment planning,** and **store clustering through the modular process** , while leveraging effective communication & **influencing** to orchestrate **action** . **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Data Analysis and Reporting:** + Leverage retailer **POS data, NielsenIQ, Circana (IRI), and other relevant data sources** to maintain weekly reporting that evaluates item performance + Develop and deliver ad-hoc reporting that creates **actionable insights and recommendations** to support sales line reviews + Identify opportunities for **category growth and sales improvement** based on data analysis. + Track and report on the performance of core and new product initiatives. **Category Expertise:** + Serve as the internal **category expert** , providing insights on **pricing, promotional impacts, positioning, competitive landscape, and market needs** . + Stay up to date on **market trends and consumer behavior** . + Collaborate with category managers, sales teams, and other stakeholders to **implement category strategies** . + Effectively communicate d **ata-driven insights and recommendations** to both technical and non-technical audiences. + Participate in the development of **sales presentations and sell-in stories** . **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education Requirements:** + Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Marketing, Statistics). **Work Experience Requirements:** + Experience with retailer POS data, syndicated data sources (e.g., NielsenIQ, Circana), and JDA software. + 3+ years of experience in **category management, retail analysis,** or **a related field** . **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:** + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, SAS, R, Python) is a plus. + Excellent communication and presentation skills. + Understanding of the **CPG industry** and retail landscape. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. **\#DiscoverYourPath** **ABOUT US** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Marketing **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $67,650.00 - $75,000.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 5525

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, 3 days per week,

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