Category Analyst

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

*Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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Category Analyst at a glance

The Category Analyst is a critical member of our Customer Development Organization that is able to distill insights from a variety of data sources to develop business plans that drive category and Kraft Heinz volume. This position leads all activities relating to optimizing assortment and space management for assigned categories and customers by using a broad set of analytical tools

What's on the menu?

• Own and execute a best-in-class reset process for Wakefern, including partnering with the retailer to prep, draw, and submit planograms

• Identify ways to make the planogram drawing process more efficient, utilizing techniques within the 345 platform

• Aggregate and train on best practices developed across the category leadership team

• Draw key insights and business recommendations on distribution, assortment, pricing, and promotion by analysis of customer & syndicated data

• Develop and integrate consumer, shopper, and retailer insights to better advise targeted strategies, plans and decisions

• ​Integrate data to develop impactful customer-specific selling stories in support of key category business-growing priorities

Recipe for success: Apply now if this sounds like you!

• I have applicable experience in consumer-packaged goods industry (Food or Beverage ideal)

• I have demonstrated space management software skills (JDA & 345 ideal)

• ​I have demonstrated retail POS, syndicated, and panel data knowledge (Dunn Humby, IRI, & Numerator ideal)

• I have strong analytical and problem-solving capability

• ​I have the ability to comprehend and sell space management concepts within the context of category management

• I have strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared upon interview.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact[email protected]for assistance.