Sr Analyst - Category Insights

Sr Analyst - Category Insights

Job Locations


US-ID-Boise

Primary Posting Location : City

Boise

Primary Posting Location : State/Province

ID

Primary Posting Location : Postal Code

83701

Primary Posting Location : Country

US

Requisition ID


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Position Type


Full Time

Category


Category Management, Insights and Planning

Minimum


USD $64,100.00/Yr.

Maximum


USD $84,000.00/Yr.

Summary

Sr. Analyst - Category Insights

This position conducts analysis of shopper and consumer data to generate actionable insights. Supports strategic initiatives across marketing, sales, and category development. You will also create, and present strategic presentations that will help drive customer decisions. Works independently on assigned projects and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful recommendations.

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About Us:

The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers with access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

What we offer:

Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Thinker - Synthesizes data, trends, and insights into actionable recommendations aligned with long-term growth
• Storyteller - Translates numbers into clear, persuasive narratives for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-Starter - Proactive, results-driven, and solutions-oriented with a bias for action.
• Relationship Builder - Builds trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Detail-Oriented - Strong attention to data accuracy and integrity in analysis and deliverables
• Curious & Forward-Thinking - Passion for continuous learning, staying current with industry trends, and challenging the status quo

Qualifications:

• 4 - 6 years in retail analytics or category management (not financial/data-only analytics).
• Data access/Usage Experience.
  • Circana
  • Nielsen
  • Shopper Loyalty
• Advanced Excel - reporting, scorecards.
• Power BI preferred.
• Strong communication and storytelling ability

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes syndicated and geodemographic data to uncover shopper trends and supports new item and assortment initiatives

• Works with client teams to understand business needs and deliver insights aligned with strategic goals

• Creates compelling presentations with clear narratives and visualizations and applies storytelling techniques and branding standards

• Contributes to team best practices and process enhancements and shares knowledge and collaborates across functions

• Engages in training and mentorship to build

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree (Preferred: Exposure to syndicated data platforms, experience with category management principles)

• Experience Requirements: 4-6 years experience in relevant field

• Travel requirement: No travel requirements

Supervisor Responsibility

Direct Reports: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports: Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in syndicated data tools

• Strong analytical and storytelling skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects independently

• Effective client communication and relationship-building

• Intermediate Excel and PowerPoint skills

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.

Field Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed in a retail in-store environment, which may include working in variable temperatures such as refrigerated areas, freezer sections and deli/bakery areas. The position typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each workday performing the following activities: Engage in considerable physical activity, ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds, stand on feet for long periods of time, use consumer goods products, prepare, and serve food and beverages safely as appropriate for the product demonstration.

Additional Information Regarding Job Duties

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.

Important Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.

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