About the role

  • Category Manager at C.A. Fortune optimizing analytics for retailers and channels. Fully remote with occasional office visits for local candidates in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

  • As a Category Manager at C.A., you will play an important role maintaining the go-to-market analytics designed to support, track, and grow core and new product initiatives for all retailers and channels.
  • They will provide the analytics and insights needed to optimize pricing, promotion, distribution, and shelf placement as well as participate in business review analyses.
  • Fully Remote but if local to Chicago, IL will observe a hybrid schedule 3 days a week in office.
  • Travel Requirements: 10-20% to present to clients.
  • Define and implement an advanced business intelligence strategy aligned with the Insights Pillar vision.
  • Drive proficiency in key analytical tools and methodologies, optimizing how the team leverages SPINS, Nielsen, IRI, Mintel, and other data sources to uncover business opportunities.
  • Develop and execute category management strategies aligned with client KPIs and best-in-class merchandising principles.
  • Create fact-based category reviews, business reviews, and selling stories that integrate shopper, distributor, syndicated, and consumer insights to drive informed decision-making.
  • Conduct post-promotional analyses to optimize future planning, ensuring programs deliver ROI and align with best practices.
  • Serve as a key insights partner to internal teams, fostering alignment across category management, sales, and marketing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree plus 5+ years of CPG industry experience, preferably in Natural/Specialty/Organic food and beverage.
  • Advanced proficiency in SPINS (Satori), Nielsen, IRI, and other data platforms.
  • Expertise in selling story development, category reviews, and category management principles.
  • Highly advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to support data storytelling.
  • Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and drive strategic recommendations.
  • Track record of implementing scalable processes to improve reporting, analytics, and team productivity.
  • Strong ability to translate data-driven insights into clear, compelling narratives for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a focus on continuous improvement and impact.

Benefits

  • PTO & Sick Days
  • 11 paid company holidays per year
  • 1 Floating Holiday
  • 2 paid volunteer days per year
  • 3 months fully paid parental leave (regardless of gender)
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Paid company life insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day)
  • Work from home flexibility
  • Bonus eligibility

Job title

Category Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$90,000 - $100,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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