Category Analyst (CPG)

Description Overview

You will work hybrid, in the office 3 days a week. You will support category management and space planning by using Blue Yonder, CKB, and space planning tools to analyze item performance, support assortment and store clustering decisions, and assist with planogram development. Translate data into clear, actionable insights that support client success.

Responsibilities

• Analyze retailer POS and syndicated data to generate actionable business insights
• Build and maintain weekly and monthly dashboards (POS and category recaps)
• Develop client and retailer presentations using multiple data sources
• Utilize JDA space planning / POG tools to create customer-specific planograms
• Apply advanced analytics (e.g., regression, experimental design) to business challenges
• Support strategic planning across category management, promotions, and trade spend
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Collaborate with sales, clients, and internal partners to align insights with sales initiatives
• Share best practices and leverage CROSSMARK capabilities to drive revenue

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred in CPG, marketing, advertising, business, or other sales or retail-related field.
• Experience: 3+ years of industry experience required, with a broad range of consultative and analytical techniques, systems, and concepts required.
• Computer Skills: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications and use of Microsoft applications. Knowledge of other software applications as defined by the need and assignment of the position.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to be able to: Physical Abilities: Seeing, Color Perception, Touching.