Assistant Category Manager Jobs

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts

Areas of the Beer business

Create & manipulate planograms for the retailer while also providing detailed insights and identify areas of opportunity

Develop impactful category analyses and consumer insights using a range of syndicated and non-syndicated data sources

Synthesize learnings from various sources to create clear and impactful selling stories in a visually appealing manner using PowerPoint

Effectively educate internal teammates and external customers on growth opportunities through clear and impactful communications

Assist in the management our key item and Franchise models across lifecycles to ensure brand health and growth

Combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for degree

Contribute to seasonal demo kit and swag product selection for Brand Experience Reps

One (1) year related industry experience

Previous merchandising experience in the sporting goods industry preferred

Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.

Experience in category management, instock management, vendor coop negotiations, space planning, and P&L management

Assist Category Managers in product sample management

Previous working experience in grocery/food category sales, operations, etc. a plus

In-depth knowledge of marketing and sales operations and processes

Hands-on experience with analyzing big data and making forecasts

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Visit stores and contact field management to gather information on customer feedback and product issues.

Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel, internet

We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits.

0-2 years’ experience in traditional retail buying, merchandising or related area, Required

Bachelor Degree in Business, Merchandising, Retailing or related degree or equivalent work experience, Required

Excellent verbal, written communication, interpersonal skills

2+ years experience as an Assistant Category Manager preferred.

BA/BS degree or commensurate work experience a plus.

Advertising, Marketing, Visual and sales support, responsible for managing department attribution, photography, product turnover, advertising and, promotional signage for the stores.

Review and proof store signage and all advertising vehicles, i.e. flyers, tabs, emails.

Generate and maintain SKU set up information.

Communicate with internal and external partners.

1+ year of category experience. 3+ years’ experience in the grocery industry.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with a related degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

Previous store operations experience or similar experience where a strong understanding of operations and merchandising approaches has been gained.

Quantitative, marketing, merchandising and consumer research background to read, interpret and understand how internal and external factors influence financial results

Up to 20% travel depending on location.

Minimum 3 years experience at product development from conception to implementation in Retail or FMCG sector.

Advanced knowledge of MS Office,

Excellent analytical and communication skills,

Strong planning and organizational skills, ability to multi-task,

Leads integrated launch programs for products, including product direction, marketing plans, store operations and supply chain requirements.

Manages harmonization of all products and service to Starbucks standards applied all over the world.

Partners with the National Category Director to strategically manage category(s) to meet sales, profit, and market share targets

1+ year of category experience, 3+ years in the grocery industry

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience (Business, Marketing, or related field)

Previous store operations experience with a strong understanding of operations and merchandising

Experience with merchandising tools (Periscope, Demand Tech, I2E, BI Dashboards, GOLD, OMNI tool)

Partners with national and division merchants to maximize category performance

Program and Account Management and/or Merchandise experience preferred

Experience in market analysis and research, retail management, brand/product development and consumer products marketing

Familiarity with licensing structure or previous relations with licensees; knowledge of contract and royalty management systems preferred

Supports day-to-day business development and account management for assigned licensees

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Assists Category Manager in negotiating deals to enhance deal terms and results; submits and processes deals and reviews licensing contracts.

1+ year of category experience. 3+ years’ experience in the grocery industry.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with a related degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

Previous store operations experience or similar experience where a strong understanding of operations and merchandising approaches has been gained.

Quantitative, marketing, merchandising and consumer research background to read, interpret and understand how internal and external factors influence financial results

Up to 20% travel depending on location.

What you will be doing