Red Bull · 3 weeks ago
Category Space Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$72K/yr - $108K/yr
2+ years expRed Bull is a leading company in the consumer packaged goods industry, and they are seeking a Category Space Analyst to strengthen their market presence. The role involves conducting market analysis, managing product distribution and placement, and optimizing shelf space at various retailers across the United States.
Food and BeverageWholesale
Responsibilities
PROVIDES INSIGHTFUL PLANOGRAM SUPPORT TO RETAIL CUSTOMERS
Collaborate with Category Development Managers and Analysts to create fact-based planogram recommendations for Red Bull's Strategic Accounts within each Business Unit. Transform data into meaningful narratives to draw conclusions, identify opportunities, provide recommendations, and assess the impact for strategic accounts. Support or lead retail meetings with Category Development Managers concerning space planning methodologies and processes. Oversee and manage planogram reset projects for accounts by maintaining accurate timelines and resources, while coordinating with external vendors
DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN SPACE PLANNING RESEARCH AND RESOURCES
Create insights-driven schematic presentations utilizing both external and internal data to support thought leadership in the field. Manage data-driven tools to track category growth metrics for each Red Bull account. Perform research and analysis on new space planning initiatives, providing recommendations to the Business Insights Team. Develop and maintain the Space Planning Tools suite, which includes (but is not limited to): product and image libraries, JDA tables, labels, highlights, and space optimization calculators
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in product merchandising, space planning software, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data sets into meaningful and actionable recommendations
Proven track record in project management
Skilled in integrating multiple tools to effectively solve problems
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present effectively both internally and externally to retailers
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving role
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Demonstrated ability to identify new opportunities to support key initiatives and improve existing processes
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong aptitude for customer service with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels, from field staff to executive management
Preferred
Experience with syndicated data tools (e.g., IRI, NITRO, Nielsen Answers CORE) is strongly preferred
Previous customer or client-facing experience is preferred
Experience within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is an added advantage
JDA Space Planning Certification is preferred but not required
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
401k Match
Family Leave
PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule
Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Red Bull
Red Bull is a beverage company that offers energy drinks.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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