Category Management Analyst Job Details | Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Cultivate a consultative approach that guides customers in establishing their category direction.
• Build trust with retailers and internal partners by maintaining an objective focus on category development and consistently identifying growth opportunities.
• Contribute to fostering a cohesive culture and strong connections among cross-functional teams across Headquarters and Field.
• Act as a representative of the Category Management team to both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze category trends and business opportunities, providing recommendations that benefit both our business and our customers.
• Deliver actionable business insights to enhance distribution, shelving, and quality merchandising (promotion).
• Demonstrate proficiency in syndicated data sources and tools, such as Circana and/or Nielsen, and possess advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Serve as the team’s expert in key analytical tools, collaborating with the HQ Category Management team to develop new insights.
• Lead category reviews to establish optimal assortments and recommend best-in-class aisle flow strategies.
• Enhance the Coffee & Beverage Division’s Omnichannel business with customers, including increasing share of search, building online engagement, and driving shopper loyalty in partnership with internal Shopper Marketing and eCommerce teams.
• Utilize tools and data to generate new insights and translate the company’s category narrative into customer-specific growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Manager, Category Development and customer teams to develop and implement annual strategic priorities and goals for category strategy and vision.
• Assist customer teams with Joint Business Planning (JBP) and other preparations for meetings with buyers, as needed.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience in category management, sales, marketing, or related fields.
• 2+ years of experience in Analyst, Category Development, or Sales Support roles within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Familiarity with syndicated data (e.g., Circana/Nielsen) is preferred.
• Experience working with large datasets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).
• Basic understanding of financial principles.
• Knowledge of the CPG industry.
• Strong persuasive communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Capacity to build diverse and collaborative relationships.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Comfort in presenting and communicating cross-functionally.
• Adaptability to work in a dynamic, changing, matrix environment.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with syndicated data sources such as Circana and Nielsen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in related fields.
• 2+ years of experience in Analyst, Category Development, or Sales Support roles within the CPG industry.

Benefits & Perks

• Performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package.
• Includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.
• Incentives and benefit packages may vary depending on the position.