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Overview PepsiCo is a global food and beverage leader operating in more than 200 countries with a product portfolio that includes 23 world-famous, billion-dollar brands. From Gatorade to Quaker, to LIFEWTR, to Lay s, we make hundreds of enjoyable foods and beverages that are loved throughout the world. Innovation is a critical way we impact the market, as well as communities around the globe. We believe there is value in products, people, and planet. And we strive to make a difference by creating solutions that leave a lasting positive footprint. Our culture is inspired by our employees. No two days are the same; we re dynamic and full of passionate teams adopting new ideas through our collaborative spirit. At PepsiCo, What Makes You Unique, Makes Us Better! Responsibilities The North American Insights & Intelligence organization brings the best of our consumer and customer-oriented teams together under one roof for our entire PepsiCo portfolio. These teams include Shopper Analytics & Insights, Consumer Insights, Marketplace Insights, Category Leadership and Space. This approach allows us to build best-in-class capabilities, develop deep functional expertise and offer focused programs to drive growth with our customers. We re proud to be named by our customers as the #1 CPG to work with for eight straight years, as measured by Kantar PowerRankings. As an Associate Category Manager, you will deliver strategic insight in support of the PepsiCo Quaker Team while partnering with an enterprise customer. Specifically, this role will work to identify market trends, competitive threats, brand strategies and customer strategies in order to increase sales and market share. Primary responsibility is to lead, enhance, and grow the PepsiCo relationship with the Quaker Category Buyers by being a thought leader and go-to resource for all category, shopper and consumer trends, and merchandising solutions. Use shopper specific granular analytics from multiple data sources across markets, shoppers, and consumers to make business-building recommendations for category growth. Secondary responsibilities include leveraging multiple data sources to gain a deep understanding of consumer and shopper behavior and interactions across products, geographies, cohorts, and occasions. This analysis will be used to drive the customer's learning agenda. As an Associate Category Manager within the NA I&I, you have an opportunity to make immediate impact in a changing foods category landscape. You will use consumer, customer and market insights in Customer Team strategies, category strategies and planning, customer communication, and initiatives that enhance brand and category performance. This work includes new product introductions, pricing analyses, seasonal reviews and programs, promotional planning and evaluation, consumer usage analyses, understanding the impact of assortment changes on category and brand growth. You will also be required to: - Utilize syndicated consumer and market data for the purposes of uncovering compelling insights for line reviews - Leverage shopper and consumer insights in the development of category strategies and retailer relevant sell stories - Integrate information from many sources and develop actionable insights and recommendations - Provide expert analysis and insight to Sales Team members so they are able to effectively make optimal decisions in the marketplace, and share that learning across the broader organization. - Keeps abreast of developments and best practices in category management. It is expected that you will pursue the knowledge needed to improve departmental capabilities and improve professional competence. - Participate in account strategic planning process. - Act as a strong, clear, objective, and inspiring voice of enterprise Customer Team Compensation and Benefit Details: - The expected compensation range for this position is between $85,200 - $142,650. - Location, confirmed job-related skills and experien e will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. - Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually. - Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. - In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. Qualifications - Bachelor s Degree required; MBA a plus. - 3 + years of Category Management / Insights within the consumer packages goods industry - 3-5 years experience in analyzing and interpreting data. - Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and thought leadership skills. - Strong PC skill set (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) - Experience with standard data resources and solutions (Syndicated POS, Panel, RSI). - Strong communication and presentation skills, ability to interact confidently and effectively with team members, management and the customer. - Collaboration is essential in this role as the person will work very closely with account sales leads, cross-functional teams as well as the retailer directly - Strong planning/organizing skills; the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously - Must be eligible to work in the United States. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.