Now Hiring - Buc-ee's - Category Analysts/Managers in Pearland, TX

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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/BS in 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