Position Title : Associate Category Advisor, Walmart

　　Location : Bentonville, AR

　　Reports to: Category Advisor

　　Job Summary:

　　The Associate Category Advisor will act as Walmart’s category expert by providing best in class category & shopper insights and actionable go-to-market recommendations. They will work closely with the Category Advisor and Walmart merchant team to develop and grow total category sales by analyzing various data sources, identifying business insights, and recommending solutions. This position works as a strategic thought leader, imparting knowledge of the category and shopper to drive profitable business results.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Act as the subject matter expert for the category to Walmart by providing thought leadership guidance and recommendations

　　Leverage syndicated data to assist retailer merchants into making informed decisions from actionable insights

　　Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting to provide insights, identify opportunities and deliver solutions that drive profitable category growth

　　Assist in the annual relay process including drawing and submittingMODS

　　Leverage learnings from cross functional counterparts (e.g., Category Strategy, Consumer Insight, Customer Insights, etc.) to deliver impactful recommendations to Walmart

　　Develop presentations and present to the buyer and key stakeholders (e.g., category 101’s, business reviews, consumer/ shopper POV’s, etc.)

　　Form perspective on multi-channel purchasing behaviors (e.g., site to store, store to site, etc.) Monitor channel shifting and the associated trends reflected in the marketplace

　　Key Qualifications:

　　Bachelor’s Degree (emphasis in business/marketing or related field)

　　2+ years of experience working with a leading CPG company (1-2 years’ experience in MOD Planning/category advisorship preferred)

　　Foundational knowledge of Category Management philosophies, tools and processes.

　　Ability to build strong sustainable working relationships with Walmart, and cross functionally within Newell (Category Development, Consumer and Customer Insights).

　　Strategic thinking, self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with aggressive deadlines.

　　Computer software proficiency (e.g., Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).

　　Foundational understanding and experience with space planning software (JDA/Blue Yonder) and leveraging best in class shelving principles

　　Foundational experience with syndicated data metrics and software and retailer POS (e.g., NPD, IRI, Nielsen, Numerator, Retail Link, and Luminate).

　　Ability to analyze and identify insights from a combination of data sources.

　　Strong written and verbal communication skills

　　_Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.