Bunzl Distribution NA · 22 hours ago
Category Analyst (Greater Chicago Area)
Morton Grove, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
4+ years expBunzl Distribution NA is a global leader in various industries including Cleaning & Hygiene and Food Processing. The Category Analyst position is responsible for developing and implementing category-specific strategies to drive revenue growth and manage supplier relationships for non-consumable product categories.
LogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation
Responsibilities
Ownership of assigned product category performance and management of the overall health of the portfolio
Innovative in the marketspace to work to develop new opportunities to increase our footprint across new categories for Bunzl Retail Services
Strategic engagement with supplier communities to develop and implement initiatives that enable profitable growth
Monitor the health of assigned categories and manage the product lifecycle
Develop category and market expertise that allows the organization to effectively compete in target market segments; this includes market trends and competitive analysis, as inputs to the development of our assortment strategy
Leverage market intelligence to validate and benchmark costs
Monitor market needs and trends, competitive products, and the changing production schedules of approved manufacturers to improve competitive positioning
Work to develop 'Top Value Collection' product opportunities that include best performance, customer acceptance, and continuous improvement
Develop product costing policies and negotiate best cost vendor programs to improve product positioning while improving margin
Rationalize and consolidate product lines to improve inventory turns and create volume cost improvement opportunities
Manage on-going supplier relationships and execute supplier performance management initiatives in accordance with standards and guidelines and in collaboration with business partners
Manage multiple projects and initiatives within assigned categories with the ability to meet defined timelines and provide proactive status communication to business partners
Establish category ownership with internal and external stakeholders
Support sales staff with special product requirements and costing. Work to improve go-to-market strategy and speed of new product implementation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
4+ years' experience in Category Management or relevant business experience is required
Experience in Packaging/Corrugated, Janitorial, Office Supplies, EAS Tagging Supplies, and Snacks a plus
Proven track record of taking ideas from the ground up to launch
Solid knowledge of marketing and sales principles
Solutions oriented thinker and doer
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated highly developed experience in negotiation and best in class practices
Strong ability to assess and manage contractual, operational, financial and business risk
Ability to effectively work across a matrix global organization
A strong ability to create a partnership atmosphere with internal and external resources while achieving key operating
Exceptional EQ and influencing skills are required; Ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional teams
A strong relationship builder who can foster excellent relationships and gain credibility quickly across all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability leading through the ability to develop and drive recommendation through the organization, showing initiative across functions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Possess strong planning, organizational and time management skills, as well as strong analytical problem-solving skills
Multi-task with the ability to change direction quickly and often
Proficient in Microsoft Office mandatory (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Distribution experience strongly preferred
Working knowledge of the raw materials used in food service, janitorial and processor packaging is preferred with an existing working relationship with packaging material manufacturers is preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits first of the month following 30 days
Flex Care and Health Care Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
Parental Leave
401K with generous company match
Tuition Reimbursement program
Company
Bunzl Distribution NA
Bunzl Distribution USA, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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