Position Overview

The Sr Analyst, Our Brands is responsible for managing the existing portfolio of products, new product development, and commercialization of the Our Brands program in select categories. The Sr Analyst, Our Brands is accountable for driving and enabling Our Brands portfolio business performance across sales, profit, and penetration. The Sr Analyst, Our Brands leads the development of Our Brands short and long-term category strategies, including but not limited to total prioritization of portfolio business plans, performance improvement, annual new item planning & budgeting, and the core components of the category go-to-market strategies (value, assortment, mix, merchandising, promo planning, etc.). The Sr Analyst, Our Brands develops robust partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Job Description

• Steers end-to-end Our Brands commercialization process management. Follows processes that ensure owned brand participation is seamlessly integrated and aligned with relevant internal teams.

• Develop offerings and increase sales and penetration through package design, product assortment and positioning, and marketing plans.

• Lead the creative development and package design process in partnership with our design agency and suppliers. Ensure adherence to brand standards and reintroduction timelines.

• Develop assigned categories; stay abreast of category trends and market changes. Maintains knowledge of competition and applies information as necessary to grow sales and profit.

• Informs supplies of product demand and fluctuation throughout the product life cycle.

• Serves as key Our Brands product expert within the category strategy process.

• Understands core brand tenets and guardrails to deliver the best quality product within expected guidelines.

• Travel Required: Yes

Environment

• Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Deep understanding of retail from a business perspective and a thorough understanding of sourcing, product development, and commercialization.

• Strong financial and business acumen. Highly proficient in Excel, fluent in other Microsoft Office products.

• Strong strategic thinking, planning, and analytical skills. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Other: Travel up to 25% of time

Years Of Experience

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• 5-7: 5+ years of demonstrated experience in retail private brands, merchandising, and or buying

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration, Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Salary Range

$82,910-$109,780

Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Job Area: General & Administrative

Job Family: Sales

Job Type: Regular

Job Code: JC1624

Pay Range: $82,910 - $109,780

ReqID: R-257036