Category Management Analyst

Category Management AnalystHot JobMaryland - Baltimore, MD 21224OverviewLevel: Experienced Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Category: MarketingDescriptionCategory Management Analyst Job Summary:The Category Management Analyst will own customer-facing category storytelling, line-review execution, and assortment and shelf (planogram) recommendations across assigned retail accounts for Pompeian. This role serves as the primary category resource for assigned accounts, building buyer-ready category narratives, competitive analyses, and planogram recommendations that position Pompeian as the category thought leader in cooking oils and partners cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Innovation. Data sources include retailer proprietary data, syndicated data, and internal sales, plus additional sources as required. This position reports to the Associate Director of Category Insights.This is a remote position, open to candidates residing in a U.S. state where Pompeian is currently registered to employ (including Maryland, PA., Georgia, CT., CO, Florida, IL., SC, TX., AZ, MI, OH, MN, NH, CA, New Jersey, Washington, & Colorado) Approximately 25% travel for customer meetings, sales planning meetings, marketing meetings, line-review presentations, and periodic visits to the Baltimore corporate office if candidate resides outside of Maryland.RequirementsBS/BA required in Business Administration, Marketing, Data Analytics or related field1-3 years of category management experience at a CPG company, including direct, customer-facing work with retail buyers requiredExposure to customer-facing category work with proven experience building and presenting category or line-review content to retail buyers requiredExposure to planogram (POG) and shelf/assortment work requiredProficient in Nielsen and/or Circana and retailer-specific syndicated data sourcesAbility to synthesize large and disparate data sets into clear, buyer-ready category narratives and recommendationsMust possess strong computer skills, including advanced functionality in Excel and presentation development in PowerPointMotivated, self-starter who can identify problems and create data-driven solutions; high data curiosity and analytical mindsetEffective written and verbal communication skills; highly organized, resourceful, and adaptive; able to learn new software at an accelerated paceFamiliarity with Power BI (to consume and maintain existing dashboards - refresh and maintenance only; with weekly reporting)Experience in olive oil, cooking oils, or center-store grocery categories a plusPay & PerksStarting pay 67-82K with room for advancementPosition is eligible to receive an annual bonusHealth, Vision, Dental Insurance, 100% monthly premium funded by Pompeian for a single or family401k plan and company match programHealth Reimbursement AccountPaid vacation, 40 hours paid sick leave, 9 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidaysPaid time off for Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, and Volunteer EventsEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramFree Employee Assistance Program for employees and household membersEmployee led programs for wellness, diversity, and planned community eventsEducational Assistance Program and Family Scholarship ProgramOpportunity to work with a Top 2025 Workplace in manufacturing, compensation & benefits and one of Maryland healthiest businessResponsibilitiesOwn and deliver customer-facing category decks, line-review presentations, and planogram recommendations for assigned accountsDevelop and execute account-level category growth strategies aligned to Pompeian's business objectivesBuild trusted-advisor relationships with retailer buyers and merchandising teams; lead category reviews and contribute to line reviews and joint business planning (JBP) discussionsLead planogram development and optimization - advising on assortment, flow, and space allocation; support set-room work for major and minor resets and cut-ins as neededTranslate shopper, consumer, and marketplace insights into actionable assortment, pricing, and shelf recommendationsMonitor category and brand performance using POS, panel, and shopper data; surface risks and build action plans to close gapsPartner with the Associate Director of Category Insights to develop category narratives, competitive positioning, and go-to-market strategyMaintain and refresh the existing suite of reporting deliverables and dashboards within Power BITrack new item launches and benchmark against existing and competitive launches; conduct analysis for SKU rationalization, promotional planning, and post-promotion efficacyTravel to customer meetings to present category insights and recommendations alongside the Sales teamPresent a professional, visible image of the company and promote the ideals & values of the Pompeian organizationEnsure all projects and work comply with environmental regulations & goals and perform duties per Pompeian's mission, goals, and core valuesOther ad hoc tasks and data needs as needed"Working at Pompeian means being part of a brand with a strong heritage while having the opportunity to make a real impact & drive growth"Tracy, Business Unit Sales AssociateAbout us: The Olive Oil People – is America's largest national brand of olive oil, bestselling vinegars and a variety of cooking sprays. Farmer owned and Baltimore based since 1906, Pompeian is a family of olive farmers and olive oil craftsmen whose passion, expertise and dedication bring the best-tasting, highest-quality olive oils to kitchens everywhere. Upholding the highest quality standards, Pompeian conducts daily testing through our in-house quality assurance team in the state-of-the-art Pompeian Quality Control and Research & Development Center ensuring each bottle is always at peak freshness. Inspired by heritage and tradition, Pompeian products are rooted in authenticity and crafted for quality and great taste.