Advisor, Associate Category Management

What Category Management Contributes To Cardinal Health Marketing is responsible for assessing customer needs, market conditions and competition to inform business strategy. Marketing implements the strategy through developing, commercializing and monitoring the appropriate products and services. Category Management is responsible for cross functional collaboration that helps to deliver sales, profitability and inventory productivity goals by capitalizing on retail marketplace and shopper trends in designated categories. Manages and optimizes supplier relationships and product portfolio to drive financial results, increase market share and exceed customer expectations. Job Summary The Associate Category Manager is responsible for driving sales, profitability, market share, and customer satisfaction for assigned product categories within Consumer Health. This role develops category strategies, manages supplier relationships, optimizes assortments, manages inventory productivity, and leverages market insights to deliver strong financial and operational results through cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities Develop and execute category strategies and merchandising programs to achieve sales, profit, and market share objectivesManage supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and identify opportunities to grow category performanceLead assortment planning, product portfolio optimization, and planogram developmentAnalyze sales, market, consumer, and competitive data to identify trends and drive business decisionsCollaborate with Pricing, Marketing, Finance, Inventory Management, Sales, and Operations teams to execute category initiativesMonitor category financial performance, including revenue, margin, and inventory productivity, and recommend actions to improve resultsBuild category expertise through market research, supplier engagement, and industry eventsSeek guidance as necessary from more experienced Manager, Category Management within same products division Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field, preferred2-4+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, sourcing, buying or merchandise planning, preferredStrong analytical, financial, negotiation, presentation and communication skillsExperience using market and consumer data (e.g., NIQ, NielsenIQ, Circana/IRI) preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPointAbility to influence cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment What is expected of you and others at this level Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projectsMay contribute to the development of policies and proceduresWorks on complex projects of large scopeDevelops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problemsSolutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectivesCompletes work; independently receives general guidance on new projectsWork reviewed for purpose of meeting objectivesMay act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues Anticipated salary range: $82,100 – $105,480 Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programs Application window anticipated to close: 11/15/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.