Director Category Leadership Jobs

Dreaming big is in our DNA. Brewing the world’s most loved beers and creating meaningful experiences is what inspires us. We are owners, empowered to lead real change, deliver on tough challenges, and take accountability for the results. We are looking for talent that shares these values, that is ambitious, bold & resilient. We want talent that is looking for fast career growth, cross-functional experiences, global exposure and robust training & development.
SALARY: $120,000-$142,500, bonus and long-term incentive eligible
COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That’s right, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. But there’s so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with vendor personnel to define scope of data needed for analysis
• Develop and guide best of class information based selling recommendations and presentations to assist with solving critical business issues
• Increase value of CM and view of ABI CM practices within the industry and among retail partners
• Lead the strategic and tactical development of leading edge best of class Category/Space Management processes for the company. Application by class of trade and facilitated intra company knowledge and expertise around category management principals and thinking
• Manage department budgets, training, SME initiatives
• Interact with CM’s, CSM, and retail accounts to deliver category and space management best practice capabilities, analysis, insights, solutions
• Serve as primary lead for the development of best of class account category plans, best practice applications and tools
• Manage day to day activities of direct reports and their project work

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of DSD, 3-tier system, and a strong knowledge of the retail environment
• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in business/marketing
• Strong analytical skills with all types of data, presenting to retail customers, and computer proficiency
• Strong background in category management tools, processes, and business consulting
• Understanding of shopper research and insights, familiarity with syndicated data, software, and measures
• Excellent follow-up, communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Previous experience with consumer packed goods sales, marketing, or syndicated research

WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
Anheuser-Busch has always dreamed big. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. To reimagine what a beer company can be. And what, together with our people and our partners, Anheuser-Busch can do. Our collective impact is significant. Over the last decade alone, we have contributed more than $400 million to charitable organizations that support our communities, provided over 90 million cans of emergency drinking water, and, together with our wholesaler partners, invested more than $1 billion into responsible drinking initiatives. At the heart of these investments is our shared commitment to community – providing opportunity for our people, lifting our neighbors, and making a meaningful difference in the world. This future is our purpose. A future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share in. A future with more cheers.
BENEFITS:

• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• Free Beer!
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts