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Aston Carter · 2 days ago

Category Analyst

Irving, TX

Contract

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$27/hr - $32/hr

2+ years exp

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions and is seeking a Category Analyst. This role involves managing retailer and syndicated data, assisting in reset processes, and supporting team organization with a focus on retail strategies.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage all retailer and syndicated data via Catalyst PowerBI

Cleanse data from retailers in ShelfIQ and refresh Catalyst Data

Update products, store lists, and captaincy in Catalyst Data Manager

Assist with ad hoc and non-KPI account tasks, including cleansing planograms and loading Shelf Reporting Suites

Prepare and present content for retailer meetings

Produce monthly insights/newsletters and holiday insights

Develop internal and external content for regular meetings and new hire training

Submit best practices and monthly award submissions

Organize presentations, content, and best practices on the Teams site

Manage reset timelines and calendarize processes for all accounts

Maintain a master file for all accounts with relevant information

Qualification

Space planning softwareData synthesisRetail strategiesStrategic thinkingBachelor’s degreeSyndicated data familiarityProject managementCategory management experienceCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in business or marketing related fields

Strong familiarity with space planning software such as JDA/Blue Yonder, Apollo, or Spaceman

Proven ability to think strategically and transform insights into action

Project management experience and strong communication skills across functions

Demonstrated ability to synthesize and leverage multiple data points to create retail strategies

Familiarity with syndicated data, software, and measures, including IRI and digital category manager tools like Numerator

Preferred

2+ years of experience in category management is a plus

Experience in beer, wine, and spirits in a sales or category capacity is advantageous

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Company

Aston Carter

Glassdoor4.2

Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.

Founded in 1997

London, England, GBR

1001-5000 employees

https://www.astoncarter.com/en

H1B Sponsorship

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