Category Analyst
Welcome to McCormick & Company, a global leader in the spice and flavor industry. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Category Analyst to join our team.As a Category Analyst, you will play a crucial role in our company's success by analyzing market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape to provide strategic insights and recommendations for our product categories. Your expertise will help drive our business decisions and ensure that we continue to deliver innovative and high-quality products to our customers.To excel in this role, you must have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for consumer insights. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, we would love to have you on our team. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of flavor!
- Conduct market research and analysis to understand consumer behavior, market trends, and competitive landscape for assigned product categories.
- Utilize data and insights to develop recommendations for product development, pricing strategies, and marketing initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth and increase market share.
- Monitor and track sales performance and market trends to identify opportunities and potential risks.
- Present findings and recommendations to management and other stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers and retailers, to gather insights and information.
- Stay updated on industry news and developments to identify potential opportunities and threats to the company's product categories.
- Participate in the development and execution of annual business plans and budgets.
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures, including ethical standards and confidentiality requirements.
- Continuously develop and maintain expertise in market research and analysis techniques, as well as the spice and flavor industry.
- Collaborate with team members and provide support as needed to ensure the success of the company's overall business objectives.
Bachelor's Degree In Business, Marketing, Or Related Field.
2-3 Years Of Experience In Category Management Or Data Analysis, Preferably In The Consumer Packaged Goods Industry.
Strong Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills, With The Ability To Interpret And Communicate Data Effectively.
Knowledge Of Retail And Consumer Trends, As Well As Experience Using Category Management Tools And Software.
Excellent Communication And Collaboration Skills, With The Ability To Build Relationships And Influence Decision-Making Within Cross-Functional Teams.
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Market Research
Sales Analysis
Pricing strategy
Category management
Competitive analysis
Assortment planning
Customer Insights
Promotional Planning
Trend Forecasting
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Category Analyst in Baltimore, MD, USA is between $50,000 and $70,000 per year. This range may vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and the specific industry or company the analyst is working for. Additionally, the salary may also include bonuses and benefits.
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McCormick & Company is an American food company that manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavoring products for the industrial, restaurant, institutional, and home markets.
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