Description

The Walmart Category Advisor is responsible for developing and executing category growth strategies that balance the needs of Central Garden & Pet and the Customer(s).

They will set direction on category performance drivers (AMPS) from an omni approach. They will ensure growth ideas are developed with shoppers at the center and evolve along with the needs of the shopper.

Candidates must be curious, passionate, energetic, and self-motivated with the ability to support multiple branded companion animal lines for strategic growth.

Reporting to the Vice President of Pet Consumer Insights & Category Management, this position will be in-office-based in Bentonville, AR

In-office working environment, Bentonville, AR; frequent use of phone and PC; required overnight business travel up to 20% of the time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Expert on Category health (WHAT) and on shoppers (WHO) and shopper behavior (WHY); Responsible for developing 1) a vision for category growth.

2) A clear plan & path to get there. 3) Actionable and measurable execution that delivers joint growth.

• Thought leader who creates and articulates Category business opportunities based on evolving shopper behaviors.
• Brings omni-channel shopper concepts to life; ensures that products are available at every touch point in the shopper journey.
• Ability to proactively influence Category / Customer strategy and identify opportunities for growth both with the Customer and within Central Garden & Pet.
• Effectively lead and influence Customer(s) category reviews, recommends and manages appropriate data, closes knowledge gaps and aligns team to appropriate category priorities.
• Ability to anticipate future Category / market needs and drives solutions.
• Engage people as business owners : Coaches, develops, empowers team members as appropriate.
• Trains, educates and develops Category Mindset as competitive advantage for Central Garden & Pet with customers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience leading customer engagements in both space and assortment, pricing strategy, trade promotion strategy, and omnichannel solutions, building indispensable, collaborative partnerships with retail customers.
• Strong leadership skills - ability to develop a vision and influence at all levels; understands customer operations and what’s required to win at retail
• Results Orientation - proven driver of business impact
• Curiosity Self-starter with an iterative learning mindset; relentless in pursuit of why something happened, not just what happened.
• Passion - demonstrated passion for insights and their application to drive the business
• Courage - willing to speak up and take an unpopular stance; attacks ambiguity
• Synthesis - ability to integrate varied & disparate sources of information into an actionable vision for categories
• Communication - strong written, verbal, and persuasive skills; Displays strong presentation & persuasion skills 1x1 as well as in a group setting.
• Collaboration - ability to work with varied functions and roles to effectively drive results
• Technical skills - research skills, experience and critical thinking ability
• Business Acumen - strong understanding of business operations

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Management, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or related field, MBA preferred
• Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive sales, category management, trade marketing, analytics, consumer or shopper insights experience

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ : CENT) (NASDAQ : CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years.

With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries.

The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger.

Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture.

Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Last updated : 2024-05-01