Category Manager US (CPG)

TL;DR

Category Manager US (CPG/Retail Analytics): Translating syndicated and customer-level data into actionable category growth strategies to accelerate retail performance within the US chocolate category with an accent on data-driven storytelling and retail partnerships. Focus on optimizing assortments, shelving, and pricing through the analysis of SPINS, NielsenIQ, and retailer-specific data.

Location: New York City, United States

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 per year

Company

A mission-led chocolate company dedicated to making 100% exploitation-free chocolate the norm worldwide.

What you will do

• Translate category insights into customer-specific sell-in decks using tools like SPINS, 84.51, Numerator, and NielsenIQ.
• Build fact-based narratives to support distribution gains, shelf expansions, and innovation placement.
• Analyze item-level performance to optimize assortments by channel and banner using velocity and incrementality data.
• Provide data-driven input for New Product Development (NPD) and innovation briefs, evaluating concepts against category trends.
• Own recurring syndicated data reporting and create simplified, decision-ready dashboards for Sales and Marketing.
• Develop and maintain a strategic point of view on the US chocolate category, including trends and consumer demand drivers.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience in Category Management, Sales Strategy, or Consumer Insights within CPG.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (V-lookups, Pivot Tables) and PowerPoint.
• Advanced experience with SPINS, NielsenIQ, Numerator, and at least one retailer-specific tool (e.g., 84.51, Scintilla).
• Proven experience supporting line reviews, Joint Business Plans (JBPs), and innovation sell-in.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in cross-functional environments.
• Ability to work with agility and pivot in a fast-moving environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven environment focused on fighting for equality and fairness in the chocolate industry.
• Inclusive corporate culture that welcomes diversity regardless of background.
• Dynamic team atmosphere combining a passion for chocolate with a serious commitment to people.
• Opportunity to contribute to a business that aims to change industry norms worldwide.