Associate Category Manager

Location: San Francisco Bay AreaExperience Level: 1–3 yearsSalary: $85,000- $95,000 base + bonus eligibilityAbout the ClientOur client is a well-established and nationally recognized consumer packaged goods (CPG) company with a strong presence across major retail channels. Known for its high-quality products and commitment to growth, the company continues to invest in data-driven strategies to strengthen its market position and retail partnerships.About the RoleOur client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven Associate Category Analyst to join their Marketing team. In this role, you will support the development of category insights and reporting that directly influence sales strategy and business growth.This is a high-visibility opportunity to work closely with both Marketing and Sales, gaining hands-on experience with syndicated data, retailer strategy, and category performance.What You’ll DoAnalyze category, market, and shopper data to uncover trends and growth opportunitiesSupport development of retailer-specific insights across Product, Pricing, Promotion, and Placement (4Ps)Assist in building compelling, customer-facing presentations and sales storiesContribute to category reviews, business updates, and performance trackingCreate and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and trackersTranslate data into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional teamsParticipate in internal meetings and support presentations to stakeholdersWhat We’re Looking For1–3 years of experience in CPG, analytics, insights, or sales supportExposure to syndicated data tools (NIQ/Nielsen, Circana/IRI, Numerator)Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large datasetsAnalytical mindset with ability to tell a clear story with dataStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment