Category Analyst; CPG

Category Analyst (CPG) – Acosta

Location:

East Coast, hybrid on-site 3 days a week.

Generate data and insights in support of category management and sales projects and initiatives, including category reviews, new item presentations, scorecards, assortment/shelving, and ad‑hoc analytics.

• Provide analytical support for category management and sales projects and initiatives utilizing various CPG and retailer data sources and tools.
• Perform quality control of data sources and ensure accuracy of deliverables, often engaging with other BI associates and data/tool vendors.
• Build and update weekly and monthly dashboards and provide insights.
• Participate in development of sales presentations incorporating syndicated data and other sources of data addressing business issues.
• Work closely with business managers to ensure quality results are delivered.
• Keep abreast of client KPIs, strategies, innovation, and other important information.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

• 1–3 years of related work experience.

• Intermediate proficiency in Windows and related software including Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros is a strong asset.
• Experience with retailer POS, syndicated data, and/or category/space management tools is a valued asset.
• Drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve.
• Basic math and CPG principles applied in assigned work.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

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Acosta is part of Acosta Group, a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and food service 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.

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. We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide flexible scheduling options. Join us and be part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers.

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• Job Category:
  Marketing
• Position Type:
  Full time
• Business Unit:
  Sales
• Salary Range: $52,200.00 – $60,000.00
• Company:
  Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
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