Category Marketing Specialist

Category Marketing Specialist

This role is responsible for executing traditional and digital marketing promotional flyers, programs, and campaigns. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all marketing activities are in line with the category strategy and objectives.

JOB DUTIES:

• Support department in delivering the growth agenda of all marketing and promotional activities
• Assist with 3–6-month marketing calendar and work with team members ensure synergies with traditional & digital marketing
• Assist in analyzing data, competition, assess trends, and determine actions to optimize performance
• Collaborate with suppliers as needed for promotional and marketing planning & execution
• Work closely with cross-functional departments to meet deadlines and deliverables
• Assist in problem solving promotional and cost deviation issues
• Provide support related to website enhancement, product data updates and PIM efforts as required
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Other duties as required
• Travel ~10%

YOU MUST HAVE:

• 3+ years marketing experience and/or category management experience
• Proficient in Advanced Microsoft Excel Functions
• Proven ability to deliver engaging, results-driven presentations to internal stakeholders and supplier partners
• Experience within retail, distribution or similar high transaction environment
• Possess strong relationship building and business acumen
• Proven and organized approach with an aptitude for details

WE VALUE:

• Quickly identifies patterns among problems and issues
• Makes timely decisions balancing systematic analysis
• Some experience in product or strategic marketing
• Decisive and logical at thoroughly evaluating issues
• Excellent planning, execution, and project management skills, with the ability to apply them effectively across product lines

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Enjoy work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule and generous time off policy
• Great opportunity for career advancement with a growing company in a growing industry