Sr Category Development Manager

Job Description

Youre not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because were out to create Better Care for a Better World and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here youll bring your professional expertise talent and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic groundbreaking brands. In this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

The Sr. Category Development Manager serves as Category Advisor supporting Walmarts Incontinence business based in our Rogers AR sales office. The Category Advisor is responsible for synthesizing data from multiple sources interpreting and developing recommendations and action plans for the customer that will drive Category Sales and Market Share. Applicants must be familiar with Walmarts internal data syndicated data Panel and shopper data/Scintilla and must have prior Walmart Category Advisor experience due to Walmart merchants reliance on this role to support vital job responsibilities.

In this role you will:

• Gather synthesize and analyze category shopper and channel data to inform Walmart merchant of business performance. Clearly communicate business drivers and develop recommendations to accelerate category growth. Understand competitive landscape and provide intel to Walmart merchant as appropriate.
• Analyze and evaluate individual and groups of category demographic profiles and consumer purchasing behavior. Translate complex metrics and analytics into valuable strategic insights for consumer dynamics in supporting sustainable growth.
• Lead weekly buyer meetings advising on hot topics and buyer requests for data/information/presentations to drive category growth.
• Responsible for drawing category modulars and providing supporting documentation.
• Develop strategic business plans vision tactics and strategies for achieving category growth.
• Stay updated on consumer trends for various retail channels.
• Support priority requests for data/information/presentations to drive category growth. Contribute to creating strategic presentations as credible Category Management Advisor to Walmart.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office software JDA Power BI Nielsen Discover Walmart Loyalty data/Nielsen panel and Numerator.
• Unwavering focus on delivering results
• Ability to thrive in a learning environment
• Generating innovative solutions
• Cultivating Networks
• Efficiently focus on details
• Personal Accountability

About Us

Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. KimberlyClark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the world. In fact millions of people use KimberlyClark products every day. We know these amazing KimberlyClark products wouldnt exist without talented professionals like you.

At KimberlyClark youll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation growth and impact. Were founded on more than 150 years of market leadership and were always looking for new and better ways to perform so theres your open door of opportunity. Its all here for you at KimberlyClark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability inclusion wellbeing and career development.

You love what you do especially when the work you do makes a difference. At KimberlyClark were constantly exploring new ideas on how when and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team youll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

In one of our professional roles youll focus on winning with consumers and the market while putting safety mutual respect and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role you will need the following qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• 5 years Customer Development Previous experience successfully driving category and/or brand plans strategy development merchandising knowledge and analytical skills are required. Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Must be proficient in JDA Prospace and have fundamental knowledge of Walmarts modular process and .
• Results strategy and vision orientation leadership strong oral and written communication ethical judgment and decision making resources and team management change management mentoring analytical project and risk management and building relationships.
• Crossfunctional prioritization and time management active listening adaptability crosscultural and social perspectives

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of syndicated data household panel data GeoDemographic data shopper research marketing concepts and advanced data software.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits youd enjoy working in this role for KimberlyClark. For a complete overview see .

Great support for good health with medical dental and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or preexisting condition restrictions. Access to an onsite fitness center occupational health nurse and allowances for highquality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness injury or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education adopt a child relocate or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

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And finally the fine print.

For KimberlyClark to grow and prosper we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to KimberlyClark you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed 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 age pregnancy genetic information citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of prescreening tests which may include drug screening background check and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

KimberlyClark will support incountry relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of KimberlyClarks applicable mobility benefits/policy provided will be decided at KimberlyClarks sole discretion.

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