Category Development Manager, Kroger
Diageo España SA
- Job - Category Development Manager, KrogerOhioPosted 2 days agoFull timeJR1127561Share job postApplyWatchHelp transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. Join us for career defining opportunities that give you the chance to thrive.## Job DescriptionCategory Development Manager, KrogerLocation: Cincinnati, Ohio**About Diageo:**With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to Smirnoff and Don Julio, we create brands consumers love. Bring your enthusiasm and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate and innovate.Together with dedicated people from all over the world, you’ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter future.Join us to create a career worth celebrating!Purpose: Looking for an experienced category manager who is skilled in both the tactical and strategic elements of building retailer relationships. This role willberesponsible forsupportingSpirits category strategy and providingrecommendations to retailersthrough a fact-based approach: category assessment,consumer insights,assortment optimization, promotional planning and evaluation,space optimization, etc.Complexity of Role: -Candidate will havea solid understanding of the business, financials, products/services, markets, and the needs of customers; become recognized as an expert in the Spirits category. - Complexity is high and flexibility is critical in adynamicfast-paced environment. - The role requires a significant level of collaboration and the ability to build productive relationships withmultiple stakeholders, both internal and external. - Deep understanding of category management practices andpositive, proactiveways of working.-Strong project managementskills areessential.Key Outputs/Deliverables: -Manage a CategoryManagement / Advisorrelationshipwitha retail account, including assortment and shelf recommendations.-Utilizevarious sourcesincludingsyndicated data andretailerPOS;research to solve current business issues, define category and consumer trends, andidentifybusiness opportunities. This analysis will be translated into fact-based recommendations and customer presentations. -Delivery of standard category management practices: shelf management, promotion planning&analysis, pricing analysis, and business development projects. -Creation and maintenance of category scorecards with proactive recommendations on an ongoing basis. -Develop andmaintaina pipeline of fact-based actionable consumer and shopper insights relevant to customer needs. -Assume expertroleand ownership of assigned tools, processes, and tasks.Experience/Skills: -Minimum 5 years relevant experiencerequired, preferably Category Management experience inConsumer PackagedGoods orAdultBeverage Category. -Highly prefer strong technical experience with advanced software skills relevant totheCategory Management function- thisincludesspace planning software (JDA),syndicated data systems (Nielsen, IRI,Spectra),shopperbasketdata,and Microsoft Office (Excel,Access,PowerPoint). -Previouscategory advisor or customer interfacing roles required. -Possessesstrong project management, time management, and organizational skills.Ability to travel20%**Flexible Working Statement:**Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to handle your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.**Rewards & Benefits Statement:**We recognize and value performance, offering our people an attractive Rewards and Benefits package.**Diversity statement:**Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive environment, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive environment that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mentalities, and more.Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you!*If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you gather this information when you submit your application.***Recruitment Scam Warning**Protecting candidates is very important to us. All communications regarding your application will come from an email address ending in @diageo.com. In our recruitment process, we'll never ask for money.Minimum Salary96,000Maximum Salary160,000With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented thinkers, leaders, and makers from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.What's your DRINKiQ? Take our quiz to understand how alcohol is made and explore the effects of drinking. You can discover everything you need to know at DRINKiQ.Sign-up for job alertsSigning up for job alerts means you’ll be the first to hear about new jobs – they'll be sent direct to your inbox.Sign up**Employee:** Regular**Primary Location:**Ohio**Job posting start date:**27th July 2026
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