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Category Advisor – Walmart Account
On-Site
Bentonville, AR
Job Description
We are seeking a Category Advisor to support the Walmart account with detailed category analysis and data-driven insights. This role focuses on identifying opportunities to improve assortment, shelf placement, and space efficiency while supporting the sales and merchandising team in day-to-day category management tasks. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with data tools, generating reports, building planograms, and providing actionable insights that support category performance and sales execution.
You will be the analytical expert on key Core Home categories, contributing to customer and internal initiatives through market analysis, reporting, and tactical recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze sales, shopper behavior, and category performance using Walmart Luminate, Circana/Nielsen, and other syndicated data sources.
- Conduct SKU rationalization, assortment optimization, and modular planning using JDA/Blue Yonder or other space management tools.
- Support planogram development and execution for in-store shelf placement.
- Provide regular reporting on category trends, item performance, and market dynamics.
- Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, and product development) to align insights with business priorities.
- Assist in preparing and delivering customer-facing presentations and planogram reviews.
- Track promotional and pricing performance, identifying opportunities for optimization.
- Maintain strong working relationships with Walmart buyers and merchant teams to support shared goals.
- Monitor competitor activity and contribute insights to cross-functional partners.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Data Interpretation: Ability to draw clear conclusions from complex data.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in analysis and reporting.
- Tools Expertise: Experience using Excel (pivot tables, lookups), PowerPoint, syndicated data platforms (NielsenIQ, Circana), and space planning software (JDA/Blue Yonder).
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially when presenting insights.
- Organization: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Collaboration: Comfortable working in cross-functional teams with sales, marketing, and supply chain partners.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field
- 2–4 years of experience in category management, retail analytics, or shopper insights (preferably within the Walmart ecosystem)
- Strong proficiency with syndicated data tools and planogram software
- Strong storytelling and presentation skills with an analytical foundation
- Experience in CPG or home goods categories a plus
What We Offer
- A collaborative and inclusive culture
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Competitive compensation and benefits, including:
- Friday Work-from-Home
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and additional holidays
- Annual performance-based bonus potential
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
