Category Management Specialist

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

The Category Management Specialist is primarily responsible for space management and developing/producing shelf schematics for its assigned group of accounts. This position assists with National Account and independent account resets and tracks/measures shelf space for independent accounts.

• Develop schematics for the set and/or reset of each retail account in assigned territory
• Track schematics of each account as well as changes in space (gains and losses), sales ratio to space allocated, and other critical business data
• Build and update schematics for each account using Space Planning Plus software
• Organize box sets by beer category and price flow
• Ensure the proper product mix for each account
• Print and store all schematics in an electronic file
• Track space percentages and facings for each account using Planogram Management Tool including space gains or losses for incentive programs offered by BEK and suppliers
• Manage database for shelf pricing, order tags, stripping, and labels, and to ensure sets are accurate
• Assist in finding opportunities for growth in product facings and share for BEK brand portfolio
• Keep all account schematics current and accurate for BEK and supplier tracking purposes
• Assist the retailer and BEK by maximizing the space to sales ratio for each box set
• Create and maintain a folder that has all products carried by BEK and update it each month
• Consistently demonstrate and model good management and self-management practices in support of Ben E. Keith culture
• Project a friendly, professional image at all times
• Prioritize multiple, competing priorities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• All applicants hired by Ben E. Keith Beverages are required by the State of Texas to obtain two TABC licenses
• Strong understanding of beverage industry landscape
• Excellent performance in previous BEK career path positions
• Five years sales and/or account management experience or market knowledge preferred
• Extensive computer skills required
• Ability to learn and use relevant internal computer applications
• Experience utilizing Space Planning Plus to efficiently build retailer planograms preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Strong familiarity with syndicated data, software, and measures (IRI, Nielsen, etc.)
• Ability to use 10-key by touch preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Able to coordinate multiple activities and follow through with commitments
• Good oral and written communication skills and participate well in a team environment
• Must be highly motivated and results oriented, with a strong attention to detail
• Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Strong understanding of retail environment
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Must be able to read and write English
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license with clean driving record
• Must have the ability to lead others and obtain desired results through motivation, communication, and leading by example
• Must be 18 yrs. or older to apply
• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent preferred but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs