Category Analyst (CPG)

Acosta

Posted 1 day ago

Full Time

Rogers, Arkansas

Hybrid

Smart Summary

You will provide category management and analytic support to assigned clients, including generating insights for category reviews and new item presentations. Additionally, you will assist in the development and delivery of training for associates to strengthen business insights partnerships.

This role involves providing category management and analytic support to clients, generating data and insights for various projects. Key responsibilities include analyzing data for category reviews, new item presentations, and assortment planning. Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights are essential for success in this position.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Category management

Data analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Macros

Syndicated data

Space management

CPG principles

Communication

Teamwork

Business intelligence

Retail sales services

Digital strategy

Assortment planning

Scorecards

Job Description

This position is #hybrid on-site in our Rogers, AR office.  

You will provide category management/analytic support to your assigned clients and customers.

This includes generating data and insights in support of category management projects and initiatives (including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad-hoc analytics).


Acosta is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.
Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world.
But it’s not just about what we do – it’s about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we’re a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers.
Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.
Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.

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Acosta brings simplicity to retail sales. We act as a catalyst to boldly connect brands, retailers and consumers, fueling growth and building long-term value throughout North America and Europe. We are deeply embedded in every corner of the retail industry, strengthening the local, regional and national relationships between brands and retailers.​ Our team of experts uses deep industry insight, cutting-edge analytics and integrated partnerships to help our clients move ahead with confidence.

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