Category Management Manager Jobs
By Albertsons Companies At Phoenix, AZ, United States
Preferred experience is 5+ years in category management, data analysis, consumer insights or related experience
Experience in Retail Grocery Category Management
Preferred education is a Bachelors’ degree
Extensive experience synthesizing information from large data sets from multiple sources (internal/vendor/syndicated industry)
Expert knowledge in MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Mine multiple sources of internal and external data to derive meaningful insights (internal data bases, IRI, Nielsen and Customer Data)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to use your expertise in category management to help drive business growth? We are looking for a Category Management Specialist to join our team and help us develop and implement strategies to maximize sales and profits. You will be responsible for analyzing market trends, developing category plans, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure the best possible prices. If you have a passion for driving results and are looking for a challenging role, this could be the perfect job for you!

Overview Category Management Specialists are responsible for managing the product categories of a company. They are responsible for developing and implementing strategies to maximize sales and profits for the company. They analyze market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth. They also develop and implement promotional campaigns to drive sales and increase customer loyalty. Detailed Job Description Category Management Specialists are responsible for developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits for the company. They analyze market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth. They also develop and implement promotional campaigns to drive sales and increase customer loyalty. They work closely with the sales and marketing teams to ensure that the product categories are properly represented in the marketplace. They also work with vendors and suppliers to ensure that the company is receiving the best prices and terms for the products. Job Skills Required
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of market trends and customer preferences
• Ability to develop and implement promotional campaigns
• Knowledge of pricing strategies
• Ability to negotiate with vendors and suppliers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in category management or related field
• Knowledge of retail and e-commerce
• Knowledge of product categories and pricing strategies
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of market trends and customer preferences
• Knowledge of pricing strategies
• Knowledge of product categories and pricing strategies
• Knowledge of retail and e-commerce
Job Experience
• 3+ years of experience in category management or related field
• Experience in developing and implementing promotional campaigns
• Experience in negotiating with vendors and suppliers
Job Responsibilities
• Analyze market trends and customer preferences to identify opportunities for growth
• Develop and implement promotional campaigns to drive sales and increase customer loyalty
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the company is receiving the best prices and terms for the products
• Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies accordingly
• Work with the sales and marketing teams to ensure the product categories are properly represented in the marketplace
• Analyze data and make decisions to maximize sales and profits for the company