Category Analyst

Location

Austin, TX (In Office), Pearland, TX (In Office)
Pay Range

$84,000 – $200,000+ total compensation
Overview

Buc-ee's is hiring Category Analysts to analyze and improve performance across major merchandise categories. This role sits at the intersection of data, pricing, merchandising, suppliers, and in-store execution. You will not simply report numbers. You will identify opportunities, influence decisions, and help drive category performance. Ideal candidates will bring fresh perspectives, with no background in category management required.
What You'll Be Responsible For

Creating and developing a long-term plan and ongoing strategy for development of the category
Manage, analyze, and monitor market changes in product mix and retail prices to ensure compliance to the category pricing strategy
Analyze category performance including sales, margin, pricing, and assortment
Identify opportunities through SKU performance, pricing analysis, and promotional effectiveness
Build and maintain category performance dashboards and reporting
Conduct competitive analysis and market monitoring
Support SKU rationalization and assortment planning
Turn data into clear insights and recommendations
Project management which will include developing project plans, processes, and timeline
Partner with IT and data teams to understand enterprise reporting and data flows
Develop key supplier relationships for category management initiatives
Who This Role Is For

This role is for high judgment, high output analysts who: Think clearly with imperfect data Can identify meaningful insights inside large datasets Communicate conclusions simply and clearly Care about improving outcomes, not just building reports Expertise is only as valuable as your willingness to evolve. We prioritize candidates who are agile learners and eager to challenge their own assumptions to find better ways. Experience is not required.
Required Capabilities

Advanced Excel skills (non-negotiable)
Experience working with large datasets
Strong analytical and organizational ability
Data visualization experience (Tableau, MicroStrategy, or similar)
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to manage multiple analytical priorities simultaneously
Education & Experience BA/BS + 2–4 years relevant experience or Master's degree + 1–2 years relevant experience We value capability and judgment over pedigree.
Benefits

25 days PTO (use it, cash it, or roll it)
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
Long-term growth and advancement opportunities
This is an in-office role. Remote work is not available.
Joining our team puts you on a path where opportunity for advancement is available.
Buc-ee's, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer We aren't just a job – we are your career destination and the first steps of your career journey start here. Whether your path is corporate or retail, or you're not sure, step inside to see a culture that is both committed and inspiring.
What we are looking for

We are looking for passionate, dedicated and determined, customer focused people to join our team! Ever since our inception in 1982, we have been committed to providing a clean, friendly, and in stock experience for our customers. Regardless of where you may find us, if the store is big or small, near or far, the mission remains the same.

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