Shape category strategy through explicit insights at Acosta, using retailer, shopper, and market data in a hybrid Mississauga work model. Build stories that influence decisions.
This Category Management Analyst role requires three or more years in Canadian CPG, preferably food or grocery. You will uncover trends, risks, and growth opportunities across Nielsen, Circana, Retail Link, LDIA, Dunnhumby, and other sources. Recommendations will inform assortment, shelving, merchandising, pricing, promotions, and retail space.
Key Responsibilities:
- Find trends, risks, and opportunities within category data
- Connect retailer and shopper information into complete category perspectives
- Tailor category stories for buyers, clients, and senior leaders
- Guide merchandising,
pricing, promotion, and assortment decisions
- Present confidently and focus discussions on outcomes
Requirements:
- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
- Three or more years of Canadian CPG experience
- Knowledge of syndicated and retailer data sources
- Experience translating complex data into recommendations
- Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI skills
Bring category management, business storytelling, and data interpretation skills to help Acosta guide practical retail decisions.
📌 Category Management Insights Analyst (Canada)
🏢 Acosta
📍 Canada