Buc-ee's

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Overview $80,000 - $275,000+ The Category Analyst/Manager - is an integral member of the Category Management team and is responsible for conducting strategic advanced data analytics and visualization along with the creation/maintenance of business reporting. They will become an expert in the planning, development, merchandising, pricing, and sales execution of a certain group or type of products. Buc-ee's is seeking Category Analysts/Managers in our Pearland office who are articulate, meticulous, and highly intelligent professionals with strong organizational skills. Ideal candidates will bring fresh perspectives, with no background in category management required. NOTE: This position is an in-office Mon - Fri opportunity in our Pearland, Texas office. 25 Days PTO - Use it, cash it, roll it Medical * Dental* Vision 401k 100% Match up to 6% The essential job functions include, but are not limited to: • Creating and developing a long-term plan and ongoing strategy for development of the category • Manage, analyze, and monitor market changes in product mix and retail prices to ensure compliance to the category pricing strategy • Become a leader in category ranging, pricing and promotions across customer channels • Develop key supplier relationships for category management initiatives • Using all available resources to analyze and interpret consumer and sales insights to identify consumer trends and identify potential opportunities for our customers and stores • Research and analyze data and other category-related information to identify trends, category performance, competitive threats, opportunities, etc. to capture new growth and support business decisions • Use data sources to develop regular and ad hoc reports to include out of stock, opportunity gap, SKU rationalization, plan-o-gram analysis, promotion analysis, item tracking, pricing studies, financial performance, sales and movement • Provide internal business management with accurate and pertinent information that enhances and guides effective decision making • Consult with internal business teams to provide analysis and insights designed to support key business decisions • Project management which will include developing project plans, processes, and timeline • Leverage analytical insights to develop actionable items for improvement • Conduct field analysis to make recommendations for improvement • Design, manage, and run customized reports for category managers, directors, and executive • Liaison with IT to ensure necessary data requirements and increase knowledgebase of how data flows , where it is stored, and how to access it in our enterprise system • Determine market needs and/or gaps and assist in creating a strategy to capture new growth in the assigned areas • It is an essential function of this job for the employee to work in office/in the employee's assigned work site. No remote work is available • Perform other duties as required and/or assigned • Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation The position requirements include, but are not limited to: • Masters Degree Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline and 2 years' experience, preferred or BA/BSin Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline and 4 years' experience • Analyst experience, including experience working with large scale data • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism in all communications and conduct • Exceptional analytic and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently with a high attention to detail and accuracy • Advanced skills in Excel • Knowledgeable in Data Visualization products such as Tableau, or MicroStrategy creating solution based analytics and report development • Methods for effectively planning project scope, creating processes and timelines accordingly • Solid communication and presentation skills through effective presentation of findings, insights and strategic recommendations • Demonstrated ability to obtain and interpret data Joining our team puts you on a path where opportunity for advancement is available. Buc-ee's, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer