Ready® · 2 days ago
Assistant Category Manager
Wexford, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expReady® is seeking an Assistant Category Manager who will support the development and execution of strategies to optimize product categories and drive sales growth. The role involves analyzing market trends and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve financial excellence.
FitnessFood and BeverageNutritionSports
Responsibilities
Assist in the execution of marketing strategies in retail and channel accounts
Assist in the demand planning and forecasting capabilities
Track and analyze category performance, including sales, margins, and inventory metrics
Plan and execute promotional events, product on-shelf pricing promotions, and other brand promotional initiatives
In collaboration with the Sales Team, define product assortments, pricing, marketing tactics, and promotional strategies based on data and market insights
Coordinate retail product onboarding submission requirements for retail accounts
Assist in planning and executing the in-store launch activities of new products
Assist in expanding the retail, wholesale, and online sales channels
Build customer business reviews that assess category performance and highlight opportunities for growth
Analyze retail data to effectively drive the Ready® brand in the market and monitor activity of competing brands
Support and help coordinate retail product on-boarding and field events, including in-store launch activities and partnerships that help the brand reach target consumers
Monitor market opportunities and competitor strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in marketing, supply chain, or another related field
Minimum of 3-5 years of category management experience, including executing promotional events, in food and beverage retail channels
Strong data and analytical skills
Proficient in using category management tools, analytics platforms, and Microsoft Excel, with strong data and analytical skills
Proven experience with successful customer presentations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Company
Ready®
Ready® is a science-based, functional snack and beverage company founded by former University of Pittsburgh Basketball Team Captain, Pat Cavanaugh.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Giannis Antetokounmpo
2020-05-28Angel
Leadership Team
Pat Cavanaugh
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Nettleton
Chief Financial Officer
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