About the role

  • Category Consultant delivering strategies and insights for Walmart's category growth using data and shopper insights. Requires analytical skills and CPG experience for effective execution in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively identify marketplace trends which lead to category strategies
  • Optimize best-in-class processes to ensure efficient success of team goals
  • Develop execution strategies to bring the strategic vision and priorities for your respective Business Unit to life
  • Balance multiple workstreams at once requiring organization and prioritization
  • Co-develop modular/merchandising strategies and ensure timely and accurate execution of relays
  • Manage fundamental details for projects that create the future of the category, including fixture innovations, feature implementations, merchandising standards and beyond
  • Leverage analytical tools such as Space Planning, MasterCard APT, Alteryx, Tableau, Nielsen suite and more
  • Synthesize actionable insights using retailer data, internal/syndicated data sources, incrementality data, and shopper insights
  • Enhance cross-functional capabilities by working alongside counterparts in other areas of our Advisor team
  • Leverage knowledge base as a leading category expert, both to Walmart and within your team
  • Question the status-quo and continually challenge yourself and the team with what is possible

Requirements

  • 2 years minimum category management experience with a CPG company
  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • Intellectual Curiosity
  • Customer-First mindset
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Proficient technical skills with Excel, PowerBI, JDA/ProSpace, Alteryx (not required but a plus)
  • Syndicated Data & Consumer Data experience with Circana, Nielsen, Luminate, APT &/or Numerator
  • Strong organizational skills that include prioritizing multiple projects and flexibility with change
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Data driven analytical and storytelling skills
  • Thrives in team environment
  • Knowledge of Category Management processes and understanding of Consumer/Shopper Behavior

Benefits

  • N/A

Job title

Category Consultant

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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