Senior Category Manager

Acosta

Data-driven Category Manager shaping category and commercial strategies utilizing insights for well-known Nutrition brands. Collaborating and presenting data-driven narratives to inform strategic decisions in marketing.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leverage syndicated and customer data platforms (e.g., Nielsen, Numerator, Foresite) to develop data‑driven narratives that inform category, customer, and channel strategies
Analyze competitive trends, activities, and consumer behaviors, synthesizing insights into clear growth stories and strategic implications
Design reports and presentations that go beyond metrics to tell a cohesive story around sales performance, shopper behavior, and program effectiveness
Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Category Commercial Strategy, and RGM teams to translate performance data into actionable insights and recommendations
Present market and commercial insights in a compelling, executive‑ready format, clearly articulating risks, opportunities, and recommended actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business analytics, market research, statistics, or any related field
5+ years related work experience, preferably in the CPG industry.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to craft clear, compelling stories from data; Power BI experience a plus
Hands‑on experience with syndicated and customer scan data (e.g., Nielsen, Numerator), using insights to shape strategic narratives
Proven ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that guide business decisions
Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence in telling concise, executive‑ready stories
Detail‑oriented, analytical mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining clarity and focus in a fast‑paced environment
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Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Health insurance
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysismarket researchstatisticsdata storytellingdata synthesisExcelPowerPointPower BIsyndicated datacustomer scan data

Soft Skills

communicationpresentation skillsanalytical mindsetdetail-orientedability to manage multiple workstreamsstrategic thinkingcollaborationstorytellingclarityfocus