Full-Time
Category Manager
Cpg
Acosta Group
1-10 employees
Retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions provider
Compensation Overview
$72k - $90k/yr
Marlborough, MA, USA + 13 more
More locations: Tampa, FL, USA | Grand Rapids, MI, USA | Chesterfield, MO, USA | Western Springs, IL, USA | Eden Prairie, MN, USA | Charlotte, NC, USA | San Antonio, TX, USA | Grimes, IA, USA | Montclair, NJ, USA | Creve Coeur, MO, USA | Jacksonville, FL, USA | Rogers, AR, USA | Cincinnati, OH, USA
Hybrid
Three days on-site per week.
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- High School Diploma/GED
- Related work experience can be substituted for the educational requirement
- 3+ years related work experience
- Advanced proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Visual Basic, and advanced macros
- Knowledge of Power BI would be a strong asset
- Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools
- Identify and leverage relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
- Effectively and independently conduct data mining utilizing consumer packaged goods math concepts and tools
- Communicates clearly and effectively while understanding and adapting to the audience
- Independently manage project plans and assume responsibility for tracking, communication and timing
- Recognize problems and issues and identify the information needed to diagnose
- Drive to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders
- Execute strategic objectives and provide input as needed to keep priorities on track
- Analyze data to develop insights-based analysis/projects with recommendations focused on strategies and objectives
- Experience using technical software Circana (IRI), Nielsen, 84.51, Market 6, or Stratum
- Participate in the category review process working with other cross-functional teams to provide complete category management solutions
- Independently develop and maintain client-specific reporting that measures performance against strategies and objectives
- Work closely and often with assigned clients and business managers by setting up regular meetings to become a trusted advisor
- Build solid sales presentations using syndicated, panel, basket, shopper, and other sources of data that provide solutions and recommendations to address business issues
- Maintain connectivity with clients to ensure understanding of KPIs, innovation, and other important information
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
- Category Management Certification (preferred)
- Power BI knowledge would be a strong asset
- Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools (preferred)
- Any other educational or professional certifications that demonstrate expertise in category management (preferred)
Acosta Group coordinates a network of trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies to help brands grow wherever they are sold. It provides end-to-end support across the consumer journey, including in-store sales execution, training, omnichannel marketing, and data-driven insights. Unlike a single firm, it operates as a collective of specialized agencies under one umbrella, enabling cohesive, cross-channel programs and shared data. Its goal is to accelerate brand growth by connecting today’s commerce activities with tomorrow’s opportunities.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Jacksonville, Florida
Founded
2023
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AI adoption by 70% of shoppers enables clients to deploy agent-friendly zero-click advertising strategies.
- The CROSSMARK and Product Connections acquisition expanded Acosta to 60,000 associates and 3,000+ clients.
- 82% of shoppers demand national brands in fresh perimeters, creating growth opportunities for brand synergy.
What critics are saying
- $3B debt cancellation through bankruptcy creditor control will force strategic pivots diluting client value within 12 months.
- ADW Acosta subsidiary's C1 rating threatens broader financing access if credit contagion spreads within 18 months.
- CommerceIQ single-vendor lock-in risks destroying Acosta's technological edge if the platform fails within 24 months.
What makes Acosta Group unique
- Acosta Group serves as the neutral connection point between brands and retailers without owning either.
- The collective delivers end-to-end sales and marketing solutions across 96 years of combined expertise.
- Its Connected Commerce team is one of the industry's first AI-driven agency teams using CommerceIQ.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Legal Insurance
Employee Discount Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget
Company News
On Friday, March 7th, Acosta Group hosted an unforgettable evening at the Hammock Beach Resort & Spa, honoring the dedication, leadership, and impact of 55 outstanding individuals at the Aspire Awards 2024.