Category Management Specialist - Target Team

Category Management Specialist - Target Team, Minnesota

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Position will provide analytical support to the Category Management Team to support day-to-day tasks linked to the category captain function for the Arts & Crafts category. The Category Manager Specialist will be responsible for development of POG (including inline & endcap support), general POS reporting tools using Vendor Portals and ad-hoc analysis as required by the business. Primary focus is on planogram drawing and planogram transition logistics working with customer planogram teams and category merchants.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the development and drawing of POGs multiple versions of planograms based on pre-established assortment and aligned within the Customers planogram process*
• Provide consistent and ad-hoc POG and product analyses to measure productivity*
• Assist the Insights Lead in the day-to-day operations of the category management function.
• Maintain Space Planning Product database through management of the Blue Yonder/ProSpace service
• Assist in the development of analytical reporting tools and resources to be used by customers merchandising and inventory teams to measure and track category performance across all formats (Brick n Mortar, Ecomm,) leveraging customer portal.
• Actively develop tactical recommendations based on analytical insights to achieve category and Crayola business objectives
• Tactical Management of Planogram Room (customer & Crayola) & coalition on samples

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• BA or BS in business studies is required
• Minimum 2 year working with Target in category management, CPG sales, sales analysis or merchant function required
• Ability to develop analytical processes and tracking methods
• POG management experience - Blue Yonder/ProSpace
• Ability to understand and maneuver between customer information sources/systems and Crayola systems
• Ability to manage large volumes of data and analysis simultaneously
• High analytical, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organization and follow-up skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work effectively with people at all levels
• Demonstrated command of the following software applications: Word, Excel (Advanced), Power Point, POL, DOMO, syndicated data systems (IRI or Neilsen), Blue Yonder/ProSpace (including analytical tool)
• Demonstrated success in building trust with a customer

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Position will be based in the Corporate B&S office or region sales office
• General office equipment uses (PC, copier, fax, phone)
• Some business travel to company, team, and customer account meetings (10-15%)

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

WHY CRAYOLA?

• Kid Inspired Culture
• Free Admission to Crayola Experience for Employees
• Community Volunteerism Opportunities
• Annual Bonus Potential for all Full-Time Employees
• Company Matched 401k & Employee Value Sharing Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits for Eligible Employees
• Education Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Generous Product Discounts Onsite & Online
• Company Sponsored Employee Events
• Discounts on a wide variety of products and services - automotive, electronics, fitness, travel and entertainment

Green is our favorite color! Crayola cares about the environment and responsibly makes the products you love. Learn more about Crayola's creative solutions for greener tomorrows: https://www.crayola.com/about-us/sustainability

We offer competitive salary, outstanding benefits and the potential for advancement through the use of creative abilities. No phone calls please.

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