Manager, Category & Shopper Leadership - Walmart

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Manager, Category & Shopper Leadership, you will function as a Walmart Advisor, collaborating with the retailer to develop and implement plans that support their performance objectives. You will leverage your strategic and analytical thinking to provide retailer-specific solutions and recommendations based on key learnings and insights generated through analyses and research from a broad range of data sources. Your advanced skills in data analysis and category management will drive actionable insights, while your expertise in POG development and shelf merchandising will ensure optimal product placement and strategic execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mines and analyzes data from sources such as the following: syndicated scanner/panel, retailer POS, and JDA/space planning.

• Completes category analyses on assortment, retail pricing, and trade promotions.

• Completes retailer category reviews utilizing category analysis, shopper insights and analytic tools.

• Utilizes category and aisle expertise to provide shelf merchandising and item placement recommendations.

• Develops plan-o-grams using plan-o-gram software.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience OR advanced degree with 5+ years of relevant experience

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

Technical Skills
•    Advanced skills in AOD/IRI, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and space management software (JDA Space Planning and/or Apollo.)
•    Advanced skills in pulling, manipulating and analyzing syndicated point of sale and shopper panel data (Nielsen and/or IRI.)
•    Accurately analyzes quantitative and qualitative data to uncover observations, insights and key learnings. Ability to develop retailer-specific strategic and tactical recommendations and solutions.
•    Previous experience analyzing retailer-supplied point-of-sale data and retailer loyalty card data
•    Previous experience using data warehouse tools.
•    Excellent working knowledge of category management principles and practices.
•    Ability to develop and execute an objective fact-based presentation.

Leadership Skills
•    Strong presentation skills.
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required for building internal and external relationships and working on a high-performance team.
•    Proactive and committed to delivering results in a fast paced, demanding work environment by fostering a sense of urgency, energy, ownership, and a curiosity to search for opportunities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full time onsite role in Rogers, AR, core hours: 9 – 3

• 10% travel

• Role is not eligible for relocation

• Remote work available once per week for eligible employees

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability.