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Category Manager - Assistant
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | woonsocket, Rhode Island |
About this job
Exciting opportunity for an Assistant Category Manager or Assistant Buyer to join a Fortune 10 Company. Assistant Category Managers (ACM) are located in CVS Health's Merchandising department in Woonsocket, RI and are responsible for contributing to budgeted sales, gross margin, and growing market share within assigned categories. Overall, ACMs are responsible for contributing to the Merchandising objectives as they relate to the CVS Strategic plan. ACM's will have an opportunity to take ownership of a core business function such as: promotional planning, plan-o-gram, off-shelf and seasonal planning.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
* Contributes directly to sales and margin goals in assigned category.
* Analyzes profit and loss information for the category, develops sales and margin projections,and assists Category Manager in P&L reconciliation.
* Analyzes relevant data and incorporates findings and recommendations into Category Plans (i.e., optimal SKU mix; Extracare loyalty program; promotional programs) for merchandising programs from 1 to 3 years that reflect deep personal knowledge of our businesses, customers and clients.
* Drives tactical execution of day-to-day plan activities (e.g., builds off-shelf plans, tracks promotional period and performs post appraisal to take corrective action if necessary).
* Collaborates with an internal team of CVS professionals in Inventory, Pricing, Promotion, Finance, Store Brands, Store Design and Store Operations.
* Analyzes sales records and inventory levels of current stock; seeks new, alternative foreign and domestic suppliers.
* Develops and maintains a strong understanding of current competition; searches out new competitive opportunities and makes recommendations.
* Keeps abreast of changes in the market. Researches customer product preferences, supplier prices and the competitive environment.
* Willingness to travel 5-10%
CVS Health Core Competencies:
* Thinks and Acts Strategically. Anticipates business opportunities and challenges.
* Drives Speed and Innovation. Challenges self and the organization to seek and promote leading edge solutions, create new opportunities, and be the market-maker.
* Manages and Develops Self. Seeks opportunities, guidance and feedback to develop own knowledge, skills and capability.
* Contributes to High-Performing Teams. Works together in a committed way to achieve a common mission.
* Impacts and Influences Others. Skillfully persuades others to support important initiatives, gain alignment with our strategy and goals, and act in the best interests of the company.
Required Qualifications A Minimum of 1 year of experience in a corporate retail organization or in a corporate analytical, merchandising, or buying position
Preferred Qualifications * Experience owning and contributing directly to sales and margin goals in assigned pharmacy or Healthcare category.
* Experience analyzing profit and loss information for merchandise categories, along with developing sales and margin projections,and assisting other Category Manager's in P&L reconciliation.
* Analysis experience as it relates to relevant data and incorporating findings and recommendations into Category Plans (i.e., optimal SKU mix; Extracare loyalty program; promotional programs) for merchandising programs from 1 to 3 years that reflect deep personal knowledge of our businesses, customers and clients.
* Experience Driving tactical execution of day-to-day plan activities (e.g., builds off-shelf plans, tracks promotional period and performs post appraisal to take corrective action if necessary).
* Cross functional experience Collaborating with an internal team of professionals in Inventory, Pricing, Promotion, Finance, Store Brands, Store Design and Store Operations.
* Prior Analysis of sales records and inventory levels of current stock; seeks new, alternative foreign and domestic suppliers.
* Past experience Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of current competition; (i.e. searches out new competitive opportunities and makes recommendations).
* Willingness to travel 5-10%
Education Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising or relevant field
Clinical Licensure Required N/A
Job Type Full Time
Business Overview CVS Health, through our unmatched breadth of service offerings, is transforming the delivery of health care services in the U.S. We are an innovative, fast-growing company guided by values that focus on teamwork, integrity and respect for our colleagues and customers. What are we looking for in our colleagues? We seek fresh ideas, new perspectives, a diversity of experiences, and a dedication to service that will help us better meet the needs of the many people and businesses that rely on us each day. As the nation's largest pharmacy health care provider, we offer a wide range of exciting and fulfilling career opportunities across our three business units -- MinuteClinic, pharmacy benefit management (PBM) and retail pharmacy. Our energetic and service-oriented colleagues work hard every day to make a positive difference in the lives of our customers.
CVS Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. Furthermore, we comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO IS THE LAW EEO IS THE LAW POSTER GINA SUPPLEMENT
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance to apply for this job, please contact us by clicking AA EEO CVS Health
For inquiries related to the application process or technical issues please contact the Kenexa Helpdesk at 1-855-338-5609. For technical issues with the Virtual Job Tryout assessment, contact the Shaker Help Desk at 1-877-987-5352. Please note that we only accept resumes via our corporate website: http://www.cvshealth.com/careers
Requisition Template Professional
Location code OF001
State RI
City WOONSOCKET
Zip Code 02895
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
* Contributes directly to sales and margin goals in assigned category.
* Analyzes profit and loss information for the category, develops sales and margin projections,and assists Category Manager in P&L reconciliation.
* Analyzes relevant data and incorporates findings and recommendations into Category Plans (i.e., optimal SKU mix; Extracare loyalty program; promotional programs) for merchandising programs from 1 to 3 years that reflect deep personal knowledge of our businesses, customers and clients.
* Drives tactical execution of day-to-day plan activities (e.g., builds off-shelf plans, tracks promotional period and performs post appraisal to take corrective action if necessary).
* Collaborates with an internal team of CVS professionals in Inventory, Pricing, Promotion, Finance, Store Brands, Store Design and Store Operations.
* Analyzes sales records and inventory levels of current stock; seeks new, alternative foreign and domestic suppliers.
* Develops and maintains a strong understanding of current competition; searches out new competitive opportunities and makes recommendations.
* Keeps abreast of changes in the market. Researches customer product preferences, supplier prices and the competitive environment.
* Willingness to travel 5-10%
CVS Health Core Competencies:
* Thinks and Acts Strategically. Anticipates business opportunities and challenges.
* Drives Speed and Innovation. Challenges self and the organization to seek and promote leading edge solutions, create new opportunities, and be the market-maker.
* Manages and Develops Self. Seeks opportunities, guidance and feedback to develop own knowledge, skills and capability.
* Contributes to High-Performing Teams. Works together in a committed way to achieve a common mission.
* Impacts and Influences Others. Skillfully persuades others to support important initiatives, gain alignment with our strategy and goals, and act in the best interests of the company.
Required Qualifications A Minimum of 1 year of experience in a corporate retail organization or in a corporate analytical, merchandising, or buying position
Preferred Qualifications * Experience owning and contributing directly to sales and margin goals in assigned pharmacy or Healthcare category.
* Experience analyzing profit and loss information for merchandise categories, along with developing sales and margin projections,and assisting other Category Manager's in P&L reconciliation.
* Analysis experience as it relates to relevant data and incorporating findings and recommendations into Category Plans (i.e., optimal SKU mix; Extracare loyalty program; promotional programs) for merchandising programs from 1 to 3 years that reflect deep personal knowledge of our businesses, customers and clients.
* Experience Driving tactical execution of day-to-day plan activities (e.g., builds off-shelf plans, tracks promotional period and performs post appraisal to take corrective action if necessary).
* Cross functional experience Collaborating with an internal team of professionals in Inventory, Pricing, Promotion, Finance, Store Brands, Store Design and Store Operations.
* Prior Analysis of sales records and inventory levels of current stock; seeks new, alternative foreign and domestic suppliers.
* Past experience Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of current competition; (i.e. searches out new competitive opportunities and makes recommendations).
* Willingness to travel 5-10%
Education Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising or relevant field
Clinical Licensure Required N/A
Job Type Full Time
Business Overview CVS Health, through our unmatched breadth of service offerings, is transforming the delivery of health care services in the U.S. We are an innovative, fast-growing company guided by values that focus on teamwork, integrity and respect for our colleagues and customers. What are we looking for in our colleagues? We seek fresh ideas, new perspectives, a diversity of experiences, and a dedication to service that will help us better meet the needs of the many people and businesses that rely on us each day. As the nation's largest pharmacy health care provider, we offer a wide range of exciting and fulfilling career opportunities across our three business units -- MinuteClinic, pharmacy benefit management (PBM) and retail pharmacy. Our energetic and service-oriented colleagues work hard every day to make a positive difference in the lives of our customers.
CVS Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. Furthermore, we comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO IS THE LAW EEO IS THE LAW POSTER GINA SUPPLEMENT
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance to apply for this job, please contact us by clicking AA EEO CVS Health
For inquiries related to the application process or technical issues please contact the Kenexa Helpdesk at 1-855-338-5609. For technical issues with the Virtual Job Tryout assessment, contact the Shaker Help Desk at 1-877-987-5352. Please note that we only accept resumes via our corporate website: http://www.cvshealth.com/careers
Requisition Template Professional
Location code OF001
State RI
City WOONSOCKET
Zip Code 02895
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