Associate Manager, Category Leadership - HEB
Texas City, Texas
Sales Job ID: 30913SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about turning data into strategy and insights into action? Join us as an Associate Manager, Category Leadership – HEB, where you'll be at the forefront of shaping category growth through deep shopper understanding and strategic collaboration. In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert for uncovering opportunities across assortment, pricing, shelving, and promotion—translating complex data into compelling marketplace solutions. You’ll partner closely with internal teams (Sales, Brand, Customer Marketing) and HEB to drive decisions that elevate both the customer experience and business performance. If you're energized by influencing strategy with insight and making a tangible impact, this is your opportunity to lead.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and plan, category leadership solutions that deliver profitable sales growth for HEB. These solutions should include shopper and category insights across products/assortment (everyday/ new products/ promoted/ seasonal), placement and everyday shelving and merchandising, pricing (everyday, seasonal, and promotional), promotions and seasonal merchandising
Leverage SCJ Category Leadership toolbox such as IRI Scan Data, Nielsen Data, Customer POS, Numerator insights, and One Pulse among other internal/external tools.
Where appropriate, manage and deliver against the responsibilities of the Category Captaincy/Advisory process in partnership with the customer
Influence the customer by identifying specific opportunities, assist with any research and lead projects to deliver category leadership solutions benefiting both customer and category
Influence Annual Account Business Planning at the customer, through full partnering with sales team, by providing actionable category insights and solutions that support category leadership objectives for customer, company and category
Identify specific research opportunities (shopper, consumer, etc.) to bring new learning to category leadership solutions
Execute all agreed to category leadership solutions with the customer to include success measures and detailed follow through
Evaluate/ monitor all customer category leadership solutions, turn analysis into recommended action and continually improve to be more effective and efficient for category and customer
Leverage insights and resources through the utilization of a broad range of data sources, market research findings, tools, analyses, and technology to continually bring new shopper ideas to customer and company; incorporate in all category solutions for assigned major customer(s)
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant work experience or advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant work experience
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS
1+ year of business analytics experience
Experience working with syndicated data software Nielsen and JDA and advanced analytics around promotional / non-promotional and pricing strategy
Mobility preferred for career growth
Background in CPG and/or retail
Experience working with syndicated data software Nielsen and JDA and advanced analytics around promotional / non-promotional and pricing strategy
Microsoft Office programs specifically Excel and PowerPoint
1 year of business analytics experience
Experience working with syndicated data software Nielsen and JDA and advanced analytics around promotional / non-promotional and pricing strategy
Mobility preferred for career growth
Background in CPG and/or retail
Experience working with syndicated data software Nielsen and JDA and advanced analytics around promotional / non-promotional and pricing strategy
Microsoft Office programs specifically Excel and PowerPoint
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Full time field-based role
Travel 10%
Remote work environment, must be located near San Antonio or Austin, TX
This role is not eligible for relocation
BENEFITS AND PERKS
SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.
Inclusion & Diversity
We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.
We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.
Better Together
At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.
Accommodation Requests
If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.
