| Category Management Manager |
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| Also referred to as: Category Management Manager, Category Management and Insights Manager, Category Manager, Category Research and Metrics Manager, New Product/Brand Manager, Product Category Strategy and Promotion Manager |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities |
| Manages a team that provides category insights and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data and monitoring relevant market conditions. Develops the overall strategy for a product category, and researches new product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. Oversees the analysis and assessment of category/brand performance. Reviews market-specific assessments of competitors, vendors, and customers and makes recommendations based on findings. Monitors competitor pricing and adjusts strategies accordingly. Develops special arrangements with vendors to enhance product promotions. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. |
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| Similar Jobs: VP of Category Management, Category Management Senior Manager, Category Management Director, Category Management Supervisor, Category Management Analyst II, Category Management Analyst IV, Category Management Analyst I, Category Management Analyst III, Category Management Analyst V |
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| Level of Education: Category Management Manager Salaries with No Diploma, Category Management Manager Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Category Management Manager Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Category Management Manager Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Category Management Manager Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Category Management Manager Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Energy & Utilities, Insurance, Internet, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Transportation | |
