Category Development Manager

3 days ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Abbott Full time
About the Role

Abbott is seeking a highly skilled Category Development Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, MN. As a key member of our retail team, you will be responsible for providing advanced analytics, shopper and consumer insights, and category recommendations to internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage Target Category Captainship, cultivating business relationships with Target key contacts and maintaining best-in-class Category Analytics and Insights.
  • Identify key business opportunities at a macro and micro level, providing category management expertise to assist in achieving customer-specific goals.
  • Deliver strategic and tactical initiatives aligned with Target business goals and objectives, driving market share and category growth.
  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key Target stakeholders as the primary contact.
  • Lead end-to-end Target Transition and Revision POG build process, developing strategic recommendations using merchandising principles aligned with strategic direction and retailer insights.
  • Work seamlessly with onsite and offsite teammates to deliver category and shopper trends.
Retailer Support
  • Penetrate Target at various levels to build relationships and influence decision-making.
  • Build Abbott equity and influence retailer as a category knowledge resource.
  • Plan and execute activities to develop, present, and implement category management initiatives.
  • Provide relevant category and shopper insights to drive assortment, distribution, category placement, and aisle recommendations.
  • Utilize market research and customer insights to drive strategic initiatives with Target.
Analytical Expertise
  • Perform comprehensive category reviews using Target-preferred metrics and industry analysis.
  • Maintain and improve category reporting and efficiencies to drive business understanding and insights analysis.
  • Lead training for new analytical tools and resources.
  • Maintain proficiency in the use of Abbott computer systems, space management software (JDA), Nielsen Workstation, IRI-syndicated data, Numerator, Microsoft programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Maintain proficiency in Target's systems, including POL, VIQ, CKS, and DOMO.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to identify and present recommendations
  • Ability to develop effective and accurate reporting tools
  • Advanced Excel experience
What We Offer
  • A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
  • Production areas that are clean, well-lit, and temperature-controlled
  • Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
  • Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans
  • Health care and well-being programs, including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
  • The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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