Category Management Specialist - Target Team

Crayola Corporate•Minneapolis, MN

51d•$79,240 - $108,955

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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)

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

Benefits

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