Category Analyst

Job DescriptionCustomer Vice President, Category Leadership – WalmartPosition SummaryThe Customer Vice President, Category Leadership serves as the senior category and strategic advisory leader for the Walmart business. This executive is responsible for driving category growth and strengthening the Walmart–Kraft Heinz partnership by translating consumer, shopper, marketplace, and operational insights into actionable business strategies.As a trusted advisor to Walmart leadership and an influential leader within Kraft Heinz, this role shapes category strategy, drives fact-based decision making, and connects enterprise capabilities to customer opportunities. The Customer Vice President serves as the voice of the shopper, category, and marketplace while helping Walmart and Kraft Heinz win together in a rapidly evolving retail environment.Key AccountabilitiesCategory Strategy & AdvisoryLead category growth strategies that create value for Walmart, shoppers, and Kraft Heinz.Serve as the senior category advisor to Walmart merchants and leadership teams.Influence decisions related to assortment, merchandising, pricing, promotion, innovation, and portfolio strategy.Identify emerging trends, risks, and growth opportunities that shape future category performance.Customer Partnership & InfluenceBuild trusted executive relationships across Walmart.Position Kraft Heinz as a strategic category partner and thought leader.Lead customer-facing strategic planning, category reviews, and growth initiatives.Influence customer decisions through fact-based recommendations and category expertise.Retail Intelligence & Data StrategyLead the integration of shopper, consumer, category, operational, and marketplace insights to drive business growth.Champion the use of advanced analytics and Walmart's data ecosystem, including Scintilla, to identify opportunities and improve decision making.Translate complex data into clear business implications and strategic actions.Local Market & Shopper LeadershipDrive localized category recommendations that improve shopper relevance and category performance.Leverage store-level, market-level, and regional insights to identify growth opportunities.Ensure category strategies reflect evolving shopper needs, demographics, and economic conditions.Retail Transformation & Future Store StrategyPartner with Walmart's merchandising, store planning, retail design, and operations teams to support store remodels, new store openings, and future retail concepts.Influence category strategies that enhance shopper experience, space productivity, and omnichannel integration.Help shape how categories win within Walmart's evolving retail environment.Enterprise Leadership & ConnectivityServe as the strategic connector between Walmart and Kraft Heinz.Mobilize expertise across Business Units (BUs), Business Unit Sales Strategy (BUSS), Revenue Growth Management, Insights, Supply Chain, Operations, Innovation, Marketing, and Analytics.Ensure customer strategies leverage the full capabilities of the enterprise.Foster cross-functional collaboration that accelerates growth and execution.Team LeadershipLead and develop a high-performing Category Leadership organization.Build capabilities in category strategy, advisory, retail intelligence, and shopper insights.Create a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.Success MeasuresWalmart revenue and share growthCategory growth versus marketStrength of customer relationships and influenceAdoption of strategic recommendationsImpact of local market and shopper insightsUtilization of Scintilla and advanced analyticsEffectiveness of cross-functional collaborationTeam capability and talent developmentQualifications15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Category Leadership, Customer Strategy, Retail Intelligence, Shopper Insights, Sales Strategy, or Consumer Analytics.Deep expertise working with Walmart and omnichannel retail environments.Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and lead enterprise-wide initiatives.Strong strategic, analytical, commercial, and leadership capabilities.Exceptional communication, storytelling, and executive presence.Leadership ProfileThe Customer Vice President, Category Leadership is a strategic business leader who combines category expertise, shopper understanding, retail intelligence, and enterprise influence to drive growth for Walmart and Kraft Heinz. This leader is recognized as a trusted advisor, enterprise connector, and catalyst for category growth across the Walmart ecosystemOur Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.New Hire Base Salary Range:$220,800.00 - $276,000.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factorsLong-Term Incentive (LTI): In addition to base salary and bonus, this role is eligible for additional compensation in the form of equity.Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/AssessmentsSocial - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, TrainingEmotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support ProgramsFinancial – 401k,Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, DisabilityLocation(s)Rogers SalesKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io: Rogers, ARType: Full time