Category Analyst C-Store

Role Overview: As a Category Analyst for C-Store West, you will play a crucial role in advising and analyzing for the sales team, as well as partnering with Retailers and Distributors to drive category initiatives that exceed financial objectives. Your expertise will be instrumental in utilizing insights for category growth. Key Responsibilities: - Synthesize business trends, competitive insights, shopper insights, and financial data to identify opportunities for driving category growth in stores. - Provide management with consumer-based insights and actionable recommendations for the CMG category. - Support in identifying and resolving key business issues through regular and ad hoc business analysis. - Act as a consultative partner, driving projects to achieve financial goals and isolating growth opportunities. - Participate in cross-functional projects to activate growth-driving executions and align key stakeholders on category lead initiatives. Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree Required for Education. - Previous CPG Sales experience (1-3 years), advanced analytical skills, basic understanding of consumer/shopper behavior, and market research strategies are necessary. - Ability to learn about consumer sales industry trends and working knowledge of the category management process. - Travel up to 50% may be required for this position. (Note: Omitted the additional details of The Hershey Company as it was not related to the job role),