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in Minneapolis, MN
Category Manager - Full-time
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time |
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Location | Minneapolis, MN Minneapolis, Minnesota |
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CATEGORY MANAGER
At Advantage Solutions, we build people, brands and businesses! Our Category Manager position is responsible for analyzing the reasons “why” behind what is purchased in the Consumer Package Goods industry. This key role utilizes Syndicated Data from the likes of a Nielson or an IRI in business review presentations detailing trends, competition, and will provide recommendations for business improvement and growth. This role could be dedicated to one or multiple clients. As part of our winning team, you’ll receive top-tier training, competitive base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package all with the opportunity for career growth. Looking to make an impact on overall growth strategies for the Consumer Packaged Goods industry? Then apply today for a chance to join the largest sales and marketing agency in North America, Advantage Solutions!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Advantage Sales and Marketing LLC dba Advantage Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CATEGORY MANAGER
At Advantage Solutions, we build people, brands and businesses! Our Category Manager position is responsible for analyzing the reasons “why” behind what is purchased in the Consumer Package Goods industry. This key role utilizes Syndicated Data from the likes of a Nielson or an IRI in business review presentations detailing trends, competition, and will provide recommendations for business improvement and growth. This role could be dedicated to one or multiple clients. As part of our winning team, you’ll receive top-tier training, competitive base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package all with the opportunity for career growth. Looking to make an impact on overall growth strategies for the Consumer Packaged Goods industry? Then apply today for a chance to join the largest sales and marketing agency in North America, Advantage Solutions!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define major business opportunities by prioritizing information to support the goals of our Clients, Customers, and Company.
- Forecast and finalize all data and organize sales story for presentation to Clients, Customers and Business Development Managers.
- Proactively develop business growth opportunities from data analysis and present to Sales Team and business partners.
- Develop Category Management relationships as the go-to resource for Category Management insights and business process Best Practices.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
- Keen understanding of Syndicated Research Data programs required (IRI Worldwide, Nielsen, etc.).
- Familiarity with forecasting methods (Time series analysis, financial forecasting, etc.)
- 2-4 years of experience in applicable field (i.e. CPG industry, sales and marketing agency, Customer, or Client).
- Strong track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships and providing a high level of client service to the customer.
- Ability to gather data and compile information, prepare reports, develop and deliver presentations.
- Knowledge of Planogram software and creating planograms (preferred).
Advantage Sales and Marketing LLC dba Advantage Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.