Sr Category Manager (Coca-Cola)

DESCRIPTION

This is a #Hybrid position working in the Chicago, IL office 3 days a week.

As a key member of the team, you will bring data to life by connecting insights, trends, and shopper behaviors into clear stories that inform strategy . You will leverage syndicated and customer data to uncover what's happening in the market-and more importantly, why it matters .

Your ability to synthesize complex information and translate analysis into actionable, executive-ready storytelling will help shape category and commercial strategies for a portfolio of well-known Nutrition brands.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leverage syndicated and customer data platforms (e.g., Nielsen , Numerator, Foresite) to develop data-driven narratives that inform category, customer, and channel strategies

• Analyze competitive trends , activities, and consumer behaviors, synthesizing insights into clear growth stories and strategic implications

• Design reports and presentations that go beyond metrics to tell a cohesive story around sales performance, shopper behavior, and program effectiveness

• Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Category Commercial Strategy, and RGM teams to translate performance data into actionable insights and recommendations

• Present market and commercial insights in a compelling, executive-ready format, clearly articulating risks, opportunities, and recommended actions

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business analytics, market research, statistics, or any related field

Work Experience:

• 5+ years related work experience , preferably in the CPG industry .

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to craft clear, compelling stories from data ; Power BI experience a plus

• Hands-on experience with syndicated and customer scan data (e.g., Nielsen , Numerator), using insights to shape strategic narratives

• Proven ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that guide business decisions

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence in telling concise, executive-ready stories

• Detail-oriented, analytical mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining clarity and focus in a fast-paced environment

Physical Abilities:

• Seeing

• Color Perception

• Touching

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ABOUT US

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group - a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.

Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world.

But it's not just about what we do - it's about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we're a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers.

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Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category: Marketing

Position Type: Full time

Business Unit: Sales

Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00

Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC

Req ID: 27280

Employer Description: US_ACOSTA_EMPLOYER DESC