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Sazerac Company · 2 days ago

Associate Category Manager

Sazerac Company is an independent, American family-owned company with a rich history in the beverage industry. They are seeking an Associate Category Manager to turn data into actionable insights that drive sales strategy and performance in the Military channel.

Food and BeverageWine And Spirits
Hiring Manager
Kim Groves
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Responsibilities

Transform syndicated, shopper, and retailer data into growth strategies that strengthen assortment, shelving, and merchandising
Identify opportunities across Military accounts using Nielsen, Circana, internal POS, and retailer platforms
Build persuasive, data-driven recommendations and business reviews for our Military partners
Create dashboards and visual tools (Power BI, Tableau) that put actionable insights at leaders’ fingertips
Track category trends, monitor competitive launches, and provide visibility to what’s happening in the marketplace
Maintain and automate reporting that keeps the business moving—monthly POS updates, space-to-sales reviews, KPI tracking, and more
Act as the go-to analytics partner for Military account teams, helping elevate performance across a critical customer base

Qualification

Analytical experienceSyndicated toolsData visualizationExcelJDA/Space PlanningMilitary accountsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsSelf-starter mindset

Required

3+ years of analytical experience in CPG, retail, non-alc beverages, or beverage alcohol industries
Hands-on experience with syndicated tools (Circana/IRI, Nielsen) and retailer systems
Strong Excel and data visualization skills (Power BI, Tableau; able to build dashboards and stories that influence
Experience presenting to or partnering with retailers/customers
A highly organized, curious, self-starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and storytelling skills—comfortable guiding cross-functional partners
Ability to work remote with occasional travel (10–15%)

Preferred

Experience with JDA/Space Planning
Background in spirits or familiarity with Military accounts (DeCA, AAFES, NEXCOM)

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits from Day One including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Family Coverage: Options to cover family members, including domestic partners.
401(k) Plan: Immediate access to a matching 401(k) plan.
Flexible Time Away: Enjoy paid time off (PTO), holidays, and parental leave.
Mental Health and Wellness: Access to mental health care and wellness incentive programs.
Educational Support: Benefit from tuition reimbursement and our scholarship program for dependents of Sazerac team members.
Fun Extras: Enjoy branded apparel, fun events, and a team member bottle purchase program.
Training and Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Company

Sazerac Company

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The Sazerac Company is a privately held alcoholic beverages company.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jake Wenz
President & CEO
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Michael Metzger
Global CIO
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