Category Development Manager

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Category Development Manager - Target About Abbott Our nutrition business develops science-based nutritional products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna®– to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. At Abbott, you’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity Our location in Minneapolis, MN, currently has an opportunity for a Category Development Manager - Target. Responsibilities Best in Class Category Management Lead and manage Target Category Captainship; cultivate business relationships with Target key contacts and maintain best-in-class Category Analytics and Insights. Identify key business opportunities at a macro and micro level, while providing category management expertise to assist in achieving customer-specific goals. Deliver strategic and tactical initiatives aligned with Target business goals and objectives, driving market share and category growth. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key Target stakeholders as the primary contact. Lead end-to-end Target POG build process; develop strategic recommendations, using merchandising principles that are aligned with strategic direction and retailer insights. Work seamlessly with onsite and offsite teammates to deliver category and shopper trends. Retailer Support Penetrate Target at various levels to build relationships and influence decision-making. Build Abbott equity and influence retailer as a category knowledge resource. Plan and execute activities to develop, present and implement category management initiatives. Provide relevant category and shopper insights to drive assortment, distribution, category placement and aisle recommendations. Utilize market research and customer insights to drive strategic initiatives with Target. Analytical Expertise Perform comprehensive category reviews, using Target-preferred metrics and industry analysis. Maintain and improve category reporting and efficiencies to drive business understanding and insights analysis. Lead training for new analytical tools and resources. Maintain proficiency in the use of Abbott computer systems, Blue Yonder Space Planning, Nielsen IQ, Circana syndicated data, Numerator, and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, OneDrive). Maintain proficiency in Target’s systems, including POL, VIQ, CKS, and DOMO. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree 7+ years of experience working in Category Management, Shopper Insights, or Sales Analytics Preferred Qualifications Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to identify and present recommendations Ability to develop effective and accurate reporting tools Advanced Excel experience Mics: This is an onsite role – this is not a remote role/opportunity. Relocation assistance is not offered for this role. The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Product Management DIVISION: ANPD Nutrition Products LOCATION: United States > Minneapolis : 800 Nicollet Mall ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr