ABOUT MPG

Market Performance Group, LLC (MPG) is an innovative consulting and sales management services company that specializes in helping manufacturers and retailers define a better path forward to accelerate growth and profitability. We are an experience-based team that revels in the opportunity to collaborate with our clients - from large multinational firms to small, entrepreneurial startups - to achieve stronger marketplace performance. The MPG leadership team brings over 20 years of experience, having held significant roles at major consumer packaged goods and retailing organizations. This background and bias for action, combined with diverse management and project experiences, positions MPG as a valuable resource for a wide variety of client initiatives.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Category Analyst Intern will assist Category and Sales Managers with their reporting and sales storytelling to drive the business forward through data driven decisions. Providing direct support to the team through sales analysis, trend analysis, general reporting, category dynamics & consumer behavior. Serve as an analytic and category management expert using the category management process as a decision platform for all initiatives designed to optimize category performance at the customer(s)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver customer service to Vendors by managing details of programs and daily maintenance

• New Item set up

• Nielsen/IRI training

• UPC ranking

• Promo set up

• Participation in category reviews

• Sales Recaps and Trend Analysis- weekly recaps and preparation for meetings

• Collaborative forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing new items, TPC’s or special events

• Build strong relationships with vendor

• Consistent, strong professional communication

• Collaborate with Director or Manager of Sales on all aspects of the business

• Item set up and maintenance

• Manage Expectations: interpret goals of all parties and translate into cohesive collaboration

• Be solutions driven and create various contingency plans for options

• Manage insights, analysis and logistics of sales and inventory to Vendors, Target, and internal Market Performance team

• Sales Recaps and Trend Analysis- weekly recaps and preparation for meetings

• Item set up and maintenance

REQUIRED SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

• Some college experience preferred

• Proficient in MS Office programs with an emphasis in Excel and PowerPoint

• Effective and efficient project management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, & keep projects moving

• Knowledge of consumer products industry & category, brand, & retail strategies

• Ability to listen, understand, & resolve competing priorities

• Ability to create and maintain strong relationships

• Professional verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented

• Strategic thinker with proven analytical skills who can manage multiple projects in a timely manner

• Ability to problem solve and exhibit a positive attitude while dealing with challenges

COVID VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols, Marketing Performance Group (MPG), has adopted the Federal Contractor COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to comply with the requirements for entities that are assigned to federal contracts/subcontracts, and to safeguard the health of our colleagues and their families; our clients and visitors; and the community at large from COVID-19.

This policy applies to current and future MPG colleagues. Proof of vaccine will be required after an offer of employment is extended and accepted. Employment will be contingent upon the employer receiving proof of being fully vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means receiving two doses of Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, or one dose Johnson& Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

BENEFITS

We offer a generous package of health benefits, medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, paid maternity/paternity leave and life insurance. Our compensation program provides market industry base salary, bonuses, 401K match. You will receive a generous amount of paid time off, through vacation, sick time, personal days, service and holiday time.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

MPG is an organization driven by PEOPLE, and we know that with diversity comes results. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging was born from our core values. It is our mission to foster a culture that celebrates inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We believe that by leveraging the unique perspectives and experiences of our employees, MPG can unlock more comprehensive, innovative, and long-standing results for both our client and retailer partners.