Director, Category Management (CPG) Job at Acosta Group, Rogers, AR

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  • Acosta Group
  • Rogers, AR

Job Description

**DESCRIPTION** This position is **\#hybrid** , working in the **Rogers, Arkansas** office **3 days a week** . You will **support** the full category review process-with a particular focus on the **MOD** **relay process** -while **harnessing cutting-edge AI** and **automation tools** to boost efficiency and accuracy while driving client value. You will be responsible for **strengthening existing client partnerships** , **growing new business** **opportunities, and driving strategic growth** by identifying white space opportunities. **You'll lead a high-performing team** with vision and purpose, inspiring and empowering them to deliver results through collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth. **RESPONSIBILITIES** + **Lead and manage** multiple client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction and tailored support across unique category review projects. + **Leverage AI and automation** tools to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and drive efficiency throughout the review cycle. + Identify and pursue **new business opportunities** , contributing to client growth and expanding service offerings. + **Collaborate cross-functionally** with internal stakeholders to align priorities, share insights, and deliver cohesive client solutions. + Monitor project timelines and deliverables, ensuring on-time execution and continuous process improvement. + **Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate,** and **develop** your associates to increase their knowledge, skills, and output quality while generating excitement for tools that facilitate everyday business management and opportunity analysis across the team(s) to support client(s) and/or customer(s) objectives. + **Manage revenue** and **expense goals** on each project as well as annual budget goals. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education Requirements:** + Bachelors Degree + Category Management certification, **preferred** **Work Experience Requirements:** + **6 to 10 years** of related work experience + At least 2 years of **Supervisor/Management** experience **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:** + Possess a solid working knowledge of the **Retail & CPG** industries, with a strength in the area responsible for managing **data sources** like **Retailer POS, NielsenIQ, IRI/Circana** , consumer insights tools, and concepts. + **Lead** , **coach,** and **practice** solid project management and accountability skills, **leading others in the optimal direction and execution against analytical deliverables** . + Lead others in the **execution of projects** and **initiatives** , clearly communicating goals/expectations, assigning tasks, and setting effective measures of results. + Advanced skills in **cross-functional teamwork, communication, presentation/storytelling** , plan preparation, and delivering effective solutions. + Break down larger problems into smaller components and potential **resolutions** . + Customize and adapt **communication** and discussion to appeal to the specific interests, needs, and levels of the audience. + Build and maintain **effective relationships with stakeholders** , gaining trust and respect, leading to optimal execution of results. + **Prioritize** initiatives and resources based on the strategic priorities of the organization. + Clearly **define** and **communicate** roles and responsibilities to others. + Build **strategic objectives** with **senior leadership,** identifying areas of growth. **\#DiscoverYourPath** **ABOUT US** Acosta is a part of Acosta Group - a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world. But it's not just about what we do - it's about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we're a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request. Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. **\#DiscoverYourPath** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Marketing **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $102,900.00 - $120,000.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 6693

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,

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