Manager, Category Management

1 month ago

Brampton, Canada Newell Brands Full time

**Job ID**:2685

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Category Management

Position Overview:
The Category Advisor will act as Walmart’s category expert by providing best in class category & shopper insights and actionable go-to-market recommendations. They will work closely with Walmart’s merchant team to develop and grow total category sales by analyzing various data sources, identifying business insights, and recommending solutions. This position works as a strategic thought leader, imparting knowledge of the category and member to drive profitable business results.

Job Responsibilities:

- Serve as the expert on the use of syndicated data to assist Walmart in making well informed decisions from actionable insights
- Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting to provide insights, identify opportunities and deliver solutions that drive profitable category growth.
- Own the annual relay process including drawing and submitting all MODS
- Leverage learnings from cross functional counterparts (e.g., Category Development, Consumer Insight, Customer Insights, etc.) to deliver impactful recommendations to Walmart
- Develop presentations and present to the merchant and key stakeholders (e.g., category 101’s, business reviews, consumer/ shopper POV’s, etc.)
- Form perspective on multi-channel purchasing behaviors (e.g., site to store, store to site, etc.) Monitor channel shifting and the associated trends reflected in the marketplace

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree (emphasis in business/marketing or related field)
- 5+ years of experience working with a leading CPG company in category management (Walmart Advisor experience preferred).
- Demonstrated knowledge of Category Management philosophies, tools and processes and proven record of success. Having held a category advisor role is highly preferred.
- Ability to build strong sustainable working relationships with Walmart, and cross functionally within Newell (Category Development, Consumer and Shopper Insights).
- Strategic thinking, self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with aggressive deadlines.
- Advanced analytical skills and computer software proficiency (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).
- Advanced understanding and experience with space planning software (JDA/Blue Yonder) and leveraging best in class shelving principles
- Strong familiarity with syndicated data metrics and software and retailer POS (e.g., NPD, IRI, Nielsen, Numerator, Retail Link).
- Prior experience analyzing retailer data and presenting key findings and recommendations to the customer.
- Proven ability to analyze and identify insights from a combination of data sources.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management, follow-up, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
- If you feel you need accommodation because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at 289-291-5600 at your earliest convenience. You will also be briefed on the Company's policies regarding accommodation and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ("AODA") during your orientation process._

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.

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