Category Manager
$120k - $140kCritical Fit Recruiting
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Critical Fit Recruiting I Help Growth-Minded Companies Scale by Placing Impact Players in Electronics, Semiconductors & Specialty Chemicals | Chief Problem Solver | Talent Acquisition Category Manager - Minneapolis, MN RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify growth opportunities for company brands and respective categories at Target. Partner with company stakeholders and Target buying teams to bring shopper-centric thought-leadership that delivers actionable solutions. Engage and build relationships with multiple levels internally and externally. Provide category and shopper-centric analysis using multiple data points, including syndicated data, retailer portals, & custom research. Proactively identify trends and opportunities to drive category and the company's Consumer Brand growth. Lead category reviews and develop assortment & POG analysis and recommendations. Analyze and evaluate new item performance and promotional trends across category. Track distribution and shelf space metrics for organizational reporting. Support line reviews, annual customer planning, and monthly business reviews. Build strong customer relationships and drive category partnership opportunities. Partner with internal cross-functional teams to develop category strategies & stories across DSMP executions. Provide insights to inform and support the development of channel/customer-specific executions. BACKGROUND PROFILE: 5+ years of CPG experience, with 2+ years in a Category Management and/or Shopper Insights role. Ability to influence decision makers across all levels of internal and external organizations. Ability to proactively identify customer/category insights and translate them into a compelling retailer story and set of actionable recommendations. Expand shared learning and category insights across the team and broader organization for influence internally on strategic planning. Effective time management, organization, and the ability to self-motivate are required to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong analytical skills and experience leveraging consumer/shopper insights, syndicated scan and panel data (IRI/Circana required, Numerator strongly preferred, Vendor IQ experience a plus). Strong proficiency in Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience leveraging Power BI platform a plus. Proficiency using Space Management applications a plus. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Product Management Industries Chemical Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Critical Fit Recruiting by 2x Get notified about new Category Manager jobs in Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area . Salary range: $120,000.00-$140,000.00, posted 3 weeks ago #J-18808-Ljbffr
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H.B. Fuller
Saint Paul, MN2 days ago $55k
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Saint Paul, MN16 hours ago$100k - $120k
...pharmaceuticals manufacturing, semiconductor, and research customers, TSI employees are part of something special with a purpose.Category Manager II at TSIThe Category Manager II is responsible for developing sourcing strategies and managing assigned commodities for TSI...SuggestedContract workWork experience placement$118.1k - $138.5k
...challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. Sr. Category Manager Position Summary Develop and execute sourcing category, supplier, and risk management strategies that align with business...SuggestedFull timeContract workTemporary workFor contractorsWork at office$93.94k - $156.56k
Category ManagerHypertherm Associates is seeking a Category Manager to join our Global Sourcing team to manage fabricated metal, formed metal, machined metal and machined non-metal. The role may support other categories depending on needs.The ideal candidate will bring...SuggestedFull timeContract workTemporary workLocal areaRelocation packageFlexible hours$88.2k - $163.8k
...competitive advantage across all business units. The Strategic Sourcing Manager functions as a strategic business partner and thought leader,... ...value creation and organizational savings through disciplined category management, vendor optimization, and strategic negotiation. The...Immediate startFlexible hoursAmerican Express Global Business Travel
Saint Paul, MN1 day ago$87.9k - $120.9k
...Campbell Soup Company is looking for a Category Management professional to support Regional Grocery retailers with analytics-driven insights. This fully remote position requires at least a bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will...Remote workCampbell Soup Company
Minneapolis, MN2 days ago- ...Position Summary Drives category strategy working with the business for multiple complex, high business impact categories. Responsible... ...category suppliers to achieve category and business objectives. Manages risk mitigation efforts and oversees on-going monitoring activities...Contract workFor contractorsWork at office
TechDigital Group
Minneapolis, MN4 days ago $102k - $153k
...SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking a Category Manager I - Information Technology Solutions (ITS) that will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services categories with primary focus on the Information...Contract workTemporary workH1bWork at officeM. A. Mortenson
Minneapolis, MN2 days ago$125k - $150k
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JLB, LLC
Minneapolis, MN1 day ago $80k - $100k
...We believe that it is our responsibility to do our part to help create a healthy and sustainable future for all. The Role The Category Manager at The Honest Company will play a critical role in executing category management strategies to drive growth across Honest’s product...Local areaFlexible hoursShift workThe Honest Company
Minneapolis, MN1 day ago$80.76 - $103.84 per hour
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...future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.A Day in the LifeJoin our Global Supply Management team as a Category Manager - Specialty Materials, where you will utilize your strong track record of delivering results in a matrixed...Full timeContract workH1bWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startFlexible hours- ...Thirsty for your next challenge? Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is looking for a proven, analytically minded leader to join its Target Category Management team as a Senior Manager and lead our Category Captain partnership with Target. As Category Captain, KDP is Target’s trusted,...Temporary workWork at office2 days per week
- ...Category Manager At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a dedicated Category Manager whose role requires the ability to understand our retailer's processes, understand what data is available, understand our client's objectives and marry...Full time
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- ...Description The Opportunity : This role will need a dynamic and strategic procurement professional to lead Electronics Category Management and will be responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies; driving value by reducing total cost; mitigating...Contract workWork at office
Gateway Recruiting
Minneapolis, MN2 days ago $104k - $156k
...Grant Thornton is seeking an IT Category Manager to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below. Grant Thornton’s Global Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management team is looking for an IT Category Manager to lead the commercial discussions and negotiations...Contract workInternshipSeasonal workWork at officeLocal areaGrant Thornton
Minneapolis, MN2 days ago$104k - $135k
...Grant Thornton is seeking an IT Category Manager to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below. Grant Thornton’s Global Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management team is looking for an IT Category Manager to lead the commercial discussions and negotiations...Contract workInternshipSeasonal workWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours3 days per weekGrant Thornton
Minneapolis, MN16 hours ago$146.52k - $204.61k
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...JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an initiative-taking and detail-oriented Associate Category Manager to join our dynamic team. The Associate Category Manager will support the creation and implementation of category management strategies aimed at developing win-win solutions...Work at officeLocal areaPVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)
Minneapolis, MN3 days ago$125 per hour
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Saint Paul, MN1 day ago
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