Category Manager - POS Data

Requisition ID: 39874 

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At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward.

We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes.

Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies.

Crafted Highlights:
In the role of Category Manager – POS Data working in Milwaukee, WI, you will be part of the POS Merchandise Procurement team. The Category Manager will be responsible for leading the POS Data team in support of our US POS sourcing and ordering systems.

This position reports to Sr. Director Indirect Procurement and works closely with cross functional teams, provides support for POS Merch buyers, develops reporting, manages distributor licensing agreements, and cost savings calculations.

What You’ll Be Brewing:

People Management

· Manages a Procurement Team POS Data Analyst.

· Actively manages performance and career development

· Drive and influence team and department culture

· Demonstrates our Molson Coors’ values on daily basis

 

Technical Knowledge

· Understands how to read and manipulate XML files

· Comfortable with basic database operations: queries, updating tables and data debugging by working with source data to identify problems/inaccuracies

· Understands software feeds and integration, familiar with software architecture and applications

· Experience maintaining reports and dashboards within PowerBI and Tableau with an understanding of data warehouse structures and data flows

· Knows how to use JIRA at a basic level

· Strong attention to detail with a deep understanding of data integrity, including data validation and cleansing practices that support accurate, reliable reporting.

Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify requirements and convert them into clear technical requirements, enabling developers to deliver impactful system enhancements.

Industry Knowledge

· Sufficient depth of knowledge to understand the role, function, and operation of Supply Chain Management in organizations. Specifically: Manufacturing, Fulfillment, and Inventory Control

· Strong understanding and experience with modern financial systems, such as SAP. Specifically: Association between goods receipts, inventory adjustments, and accounts payable and how they tie together

· Strong understanding of eCommerce and Marketplace offerings including how these platforms operate and manage transactions and billings

· Knowledge of integrating new brands or businesses into existing ordering platforms

· Ability to navigate the complexities of joint venture relationships, balancing stakeholder needs, governance requirements, and business objectives.

 

General Knowledge

· Experience working directly with suppliers and fulfillment vendors

· Experience working with and ability to influence multiple different teams and departments in a large organization

· Experience working with and leading internal teams

· Experience working with external IT partners/vendors

· Experience working with a business analytics service and the implementation of such systems

· Ability to make critical business decisions and troubleshoot quickly; prioritize and manage tasks for the team

· Review, understand, and contribute to technology platform requirements. Particularly, takes ownership of gathering information to inform requirements for enhancements (scope)

· Conduct testing – with the ability to understand and assess the impact of enhancements, or bugs/issues across multiple systems. Partners and vendors may not have access or line of sight to all systems, processes and data; therefore, this candidate must be able to have a global view of how everything comes together

Strong customer service orientation with experience training end users and responding to requests in a professional, solution-focused manner

Key Ingredients:

· 5 or more years of relevant experience and people management skills

· Expert in category strategy, strategic sourcing, supplier management, spend analysis, and contract negotiation skills

· Experience in beverage or fast-moving consumer goods in a multi-national environment

· SAP experience is desired

· Bachelor’s Degree in related field, but MBA or Masters is preferred

 

Beverage Bonuses:

· Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office

· Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources

· On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!

· We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities

· We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are

· Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization

· Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities

· Work within a fast-paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

 

Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail View email address on us.fitly.work . 

Pay and Benefits:

At Molson Coors, we’re committed to paying people fairly and equitably for the work they do.

Job Posting Total Rewards Offerings : $111,900.00-  $146,900.00(posting salary range) + 15%  target short term incentive + $23,000 on average spent on benefits per employee, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, retirement with above market employer match, wellness incentives and EAP + paid time off (including holidays, vacation days and sick days).

The posting range provided above for salary is what we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors that inform pay decisions including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set and internal equity.