**Category Development Manager - Costco** **Hormel Foods Corporation** To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. ABOUT HORMEL FOODS —  _Inspired People. Inspired Food.™_ Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, _Skippy_ _®_ ,  _SPAM_ ® ,  _Hormel_ _®_ _ Natural Choice_ _®_ _, Applegate_ _®_ _, Justin’s_ _®_ _, Wholly_ _®_ _, Hormel_ _®_ _ Black Label_ _®_ _, Columbus_ _®_ , _Jennie-O®_ and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement —  _Inspired People. Inspired Food.™_  — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit  www.hormelfoods.com . RESPONSIBILITIES: + Provides periodic and ad-hoc reporting based on issues discovered in the regular reporting that digs deep into markets and products issues with solid recommendations. Monthly delivery of actionable (actionable=answer the so what + action) tracking reports to include but not limited to:assortment optimization;new items and their volume transfer;market share;shelving, aisle tests & new strategies;pricing and promotions;ROM and key competitor performance. + Annually develops and presents a strategic business plan based on a "best in class" focused on growth the category with Hormel Brands. Works with and drives the process with category management leaders, marketing and the consumer insights group to review all available resources, document voids/opportunities, create action plans to fill voids/drive opportunities where possible, filter them, condense & format them into category defining guidance. Communicates to key customers in the strategic business assessment (using BIC templates and being adaptive to what will lead thought with the customer) strategic solutions that will contribute to category growth. + Is responsible for competitive and marketplace intelligence, analysis and reporting. This would include share gap reporting, price gap reporting, and market visits that determine competitive retailer strategies and tactics. Is responsible to develop and utilize the category management insights, to generate business development strategies and tactics, and help drive Hormel’s overall brand development. Is responsible for helping develop strategies that will further penetrate the customer's organization. + Provides category management talent development for direct report(s) and will need to effectively provide coaching and mentoring for new employees. QUALIFICATIONS: Required + Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. + 2+ years of sales/marketing/analytics experience. + Pattern of initiative and independent leadership. + Strong skills using technical tools such as Excel, IRi, Panel, customer POS, Nielsen ASO, etc. + Proven problem solving and decision-making skills. + Ability to take the lead in a team environment on a variety of complex projects. + Well-developed interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills. + Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. + Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States. + Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa. Preferred + 3+ years of sales/marketing/analytics experience. + Previous experience with Costco CRX. + Managerial and/or Direct Report Experience. + Shopper insights experience. + Demonstrated ability to combine data from a variety of industry resources to tell an insights-led story (Mintel, Datassential, Kantar etc.) LOCATION: Naperville, IL At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $94,000 - $131,500 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. **BENEFITS:** Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, company car, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more. **TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:** 10% of the time For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers **_At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here:_** **_https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/_** **_Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status._** **Requisition ID** : 30156 Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.