At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, **_“I can’t live without them.”_** Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s **People First** culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! **Location:** 850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315 **Job Description:** **Position Summary:** The Category Analyst supports item performance and sales execution by identifying and resolving issues tied to slow-moving, non-moving, and short-coded product. This role is responsible for building and maintaining a weekly tracker, using tools like PowerBI to analyze trends, and submitting timely root cause reporting. Key focus areas include code date monitoring, item setup validation, pricing accuracy, and execution of seasonal product asks. The analyst works closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure product moves efficiently, is set up correctly in systems, and performs as expected during both everyday and promotional periods. **Here's what you’ll do:** + Prepare various analyses of customer performance, track inbound and outbound inventory trends, pricing management, and market share performance and opportunity; recommend change or future actions based on such analysis. + Identify root causes related to item setup, pricing, inventory, and code dates + New item and assortment catalog management + Assist in the development and adoption of business reports to support the organization. + Collaborate with internal teams to resolve setup issues, ensure pricing accuracy, and support seasonal asks + Maintain cross-functional relationships with various levels and departments in and outside the organization. + Support process improvements to reduce shrink and improve product movement + Use systems like PowerBI to monitor trends and drive data-informed decisions. + Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. **Here’s what you’ll need:** + Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Food Marketing, Marketing is preferred but not required + One year experience in administrative, merchandising, sales, or account management, + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Strong problem solving and time/project management skills. + Ability to perform analysis, charting and reporting. + Strong presentation and interpersonal skills. + Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). **Physical Requirements:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment. As part of our **People First** culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package (https://careers.spartannash.com/why-work-here/benefits/) . SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position. **SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a** **People First** **culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates nearly 200 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers with convenience stores. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit** **spartannash.com** **.** Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require assistance or an accommodation of any kind to complete an application, please contact us at recruiting@spartannash.com.