Senior Category Manager, Kroger
Company: Campbell Soup Company
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our
history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations.
It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success.
We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. We
foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and
diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while
setting the highest standards for performance.Here, you will make a
difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative,
and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding
career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make
history with us.What role will you play? How will you make history
with Campbell's? Apply today!Imagine...working for a company that
knows that its people are the key to its success in the
marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and
having a stimulating work experience are part of the same
process.We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We
recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and
perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.We are
looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced,
team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the
opportunity to make a difference.General Summary:As a member of the
Campbell Snacks Category Management Team, the Senior Category
Manager, Kroger will be responsible for accelerating strategic and
tactical thought leadership at Kroger. This individual will also be
responsible for managing and mentoring the local Kroger category
management team with the expectation of building a high functioning
team driven to executing with excellence. This person will be
responsible for delivering against team growth objectives, partner
on category reviews, monthly performance tracking, and be the
trusted advisor for Kroger. This individual will partner with key
retailer decision makers aligning on priorities, insight needs and
whitespace identification to drive Campbell Snacks strategic
retailer partnerships forward. Proficiency in the use
point-of-sale, Stratum and Market 6 data to create clear actionable
category recommendations will be imperative to the success in this
role.Primary Responsibilities: --- Effectively and efficiently
manage and build up the local category management team skills---
Proactively develop collaborative relationships with our retail
partners to be viewed as a trusted resource for category insights
and objective growth opportunities--- Actively advise Kroger on
category and shopper centric opportunities to grow market share---
Develops category strategy and assists customer with integrated
category strategy development--- Provides strategic and tactical
recommendations on the Distribution, Shelving, Merchandising and
Pricing (DSMP) goals to improve overall category performance.---
Responsible for developing customer specific presentation with
relevant consumer insights, competitive responses, and new
item/category selling strategies.--- Actively lead and participate
in preparation of line reviews and reoccurring customer category
reviews, JBP plans, and Top to Top meetings.--- Lead comprehensive
understanding of plan-o-gram insights and assortment to help
identify and drive strategic sales opportunities and customer
growth objectives.--- Owner of Kroger TDP forecasting--- Develops
strong working relationships with category leadership, buyers, and
cross functional departments.Job Complexity:--- The Senior Category
Manager, Kroger will work with buyers, insights teams, and senior
leaders with the goal of driving strategic category direction. This
role will require professionalism, executive presence, ability to
balance customer/Campbells daily.--- Ability to manage the local
category management team building individuals skills and knowledge
of both Kroger and Campbell Snacks.--- Works with cross-functional
groups including the retailer, internal customer team(s), and World
HQ resources.Minimum Requirements:--- Bachelor's Degree required---
8+ years' experience in Category Management or data analytics role
in the CPG industry--- 84.51 Stratum (Strongly preferred)--- IRI
and Nielsen syndicated data experience required (Proficiency
required)--- Excel & PowerPoint expertise (Proficiency required)---
POG software (JDA)Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:---
Category, Loyalty, & Shopper Knowledge--- High degree of
self-motivation and discipline--- Exceptional organization and
communication skills (both written & verbal)--- Excel at math,
analytics, and problem-solving--- Ability to work with a wide
variety of individuals within the organization and maintain regular
contact with all stakeholders--- Team oriented with the ability to
work independently--- Initiative and ability to work with various
individuals and groups inside and outside the company progressing
towards a common goalWorking Conditions:--- This position will work
from the Campbell Snacks local office three (3) days a week8805
Governor's Hill Drive, Suite 300, Cincinnati, OH 45249---
Collaborative relationships and team focused are vital to the
success of this role--- Approximately 10% travel is required to the
customer & team meetingsThis role reports directly into the
Director, Category Management National Accounts.The Company is
committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and
applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without
regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status,
disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by
law.In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected
from discrimination based on certain categories protected by
Federal law. Click here for additional
information.#LI-HybridCompensation and Benefits:The target base
salary range for this full-time, salaried position is
betweenIndividual base pay depends on work location and additional
factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant
education or training. Total pay may include other forms of
compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental,
401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of
employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more
information about our total rewards package.The Company is
committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and
applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without
regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status,
disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by
law.In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected
from discrimination based on certain categories protected by
Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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